Anxiety
24 Sep 2022 Why do I worry?
What is worry? Worry involves thoughts and images that predict negative outcomes. It is often about future events or situations that are uncertain, and involves thinking about these things in a...
28 Aug 2022 Generalised Anxiety in Children and Adolescents
Do you notice your little one worrying? Is your child anxious about returning to school? Do they have difficulties sleeping at night, worrying about friendships, concerns about school work? Do...
28 Aug 2022 Tips for managing anxiety
It is common to worry sometimes, we all do. However, when this develops into worry about many different areas of your life and starts to impact your day to day...
28 Aug 2022 What is generalised anxiety disorder?
Everyone feels anxious at times; it’s our body’s way of keeping us alert. But it becomes an issue when worry or fear starts to interfere with your day-to-day life. This...
28 Mar 2022 Tips for managing anxiety
In this video Elizabeth Ang, Clinical Psychologist (Reg), provides tips for managing anxiety. ...
21 Mar 2022 What is Social Anxiety?
Often people from time to time might get nervous/anxious in front of crowds, meeting new people, or presenting in front of people. However, for some people this anxiety can be...
18 Mar 2022 What is a panic attack?
Panic attacks are abrupt surges of intense fear or discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes. During this time at least four of the following symptoms occur: palpitations, pounding heart...
04 Mar 2022 Types of Anxiety
In 2018 alone, 13 % of Australians (3.2 million people) reported having an anxiety-related condition, a 2% increase from previous years. Anxiety is different for everyone, people experience different symptoms...
02 Aug 2021 Anxiety: children with disability and chronic conditions
Children with disability or chronic health conditions are more likely than other children to experience anxiety. In addition to the usual childhood fears and worries, these children may worry about...