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Hi, I am a very bubbly person, but when I’m depressed, I find socially interacting very overwhelming. I was wondering if there are any gaming groups for beginners or board game groups online that I can join, chat to other people and be a part of a communi
Unrealistic beauty standards portrayed through social media can harm self-esteem, leading to insecurity and dissatisfaction with one’s appearance. Social media and advertising often promote edited or unattainable looks, making people feel pressured to con
Protecting our mental health online is crucial because the digital world can expose us to negativity, cyberbullying, and unrealistic comparisons that affect self-esteem. Constant exposure to bad news and toxic content can lead to stress, anxiety, and even
Enhancing our emotional well-being is crucial for leading a balanced and fulfilling life. It helps us manage stress, build resilience, and maintain healthy relationships. Good emotional health improves our decision-making, boosts self-confidence, and enha
We sometimes overshare, which might lead to trauma dumping. Trauma dumping is the act of oversharing distressing personal experiences, often in an unsolicited or inappropriate setting, without considering the emotional impact on the listener. Unlike healt
I have been trying to get support to leave fdv since last year. I spent 14 weeks in hospital trying to tell anyone this was a harmful environment and I wouldn't get the care I need. I was terrified. I have been in this environment since November I was tol
Hi all, I am sure I am not alone in that some of you have lived with other people. Let me tell you about my experiences so far. I started living in share house situations around November, 2024. My first share house experience was a d
Re: Emotional Well-Being goes dark and has its moments with trauma and depressionim 43 years Old and since the age of 6 the experiences I have been through from being a foster child, I would say now have been traumatising!, each and everyone! (school
Hi all! I was diagnosed with autism in 2020. Today, at age 34 I am back to university to complete my masters degree. I know what I want to be: I will become a developmental educator and I plan on working closely with families and their loved on
Is there anyone here that suffers from insomnia or just prefers the night life? I'm awake at silly hours when normal people are sleeping. I'd much rather be sleeping but I have a brain that doesn't switch off. Anyone else in the same
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
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