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23.01.2022 The Melbourne Clinic as a training facility has been key in developing our workforces of the future. We have a yearly Undergraduate Nursing intake of between 650-700 students, and is a sought after mental health placement among partner institutions as we encourage students to participate/observe activities in ECT, TMS, Living Well, Day and Outreach Programs, on top of the experiences on the ward. This year has been totally different. When COVID-19 protocols and restrictions ...where put into place, allocating students around the hospital posed it's challenges. Placements for Mental Health and other areas like Aged Care and Sub-Acute were cancelled. Acknowledging the need for nurses as front liners, The Melbourne Clinic, with protocols and policies in place, supported Nurses who are in their 3rd year of Nursing, and International Nurses who were completing their Bridging Program. Between February and September 2020, we have facilitated the registration of 131 Nurses in Bridging Program. Most of these nurses then worked in COVID-19 wards, and some even went to Mental Health. Mentoring and facilitating student nurses in the ward is not easy especially when you are faced with something unknown and unfamiliar like COVID-19, but our staff in the Units, ECT and Day Program, where we have sent these students during these times have shown great skills and remarkable attitude that have left a mark on each students perception of Mental Health Nursing. These experiences establish The Melbourne Clinic as a great place to be for our future workforce.

22.01.2022 Trans Awareness Week is a chance to take the time to celebrate the Trans and gender diverse community, but as allies it’s also our job to make sure we make time... to educate ourselves on the diverse trans experience and take real action to advocate for Trans lives. Today’s education resources are brought to you by TransHub who have just launched a new section to their award winning resource centre, TransHub101. This is your one stop shop for the LGBTIQ+ community, allies and health professionals seeking to better understand Trans identities and experiences. You can view their resource centre here: https://www.transhub.org.au/ The Trans community is strong and resilient. However, our community is strongest when we look after ourselves and one another. One of the most powerful things we can do as allies is take ownership of our continued education and understanding of the Trans experience. This small gesture can ensure that we are there for our community in the way they need it the most. While we understand there is a lot to celebrate this week, we also know that this time of year can be challenging for those in our community. If you are experiencing distress or unwelcome thoughts and feelings, we want you to know that there is always somewhere or someone to turn to. You can access these resources on our website. If you are experiencing significant distress the below organisations are here to help QLife Australia 1800 184 527 Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 headspace 1800 650 890 Lifeline 13 11 14

21.01.2022 What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy? ACT is about getting connected to what really matters to you in life, who you want to be, and how you want to be. When we are present and aware we are able to be more in control of our behavior and where we put our attention so that we can take ongoing action to create the life we want to live. What changes can you expect from attending Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Day Programs at The Melbourne Clinic?... Greater awareness of what really matters in life A greater range of emotional experience Decreased fear of unpleasant emotions Increased interpersonal connection and improved relationships Less interferences of emotions, painful memories and other unhelpful thoughts To find out more about our ACT Day Programs, see https://themelbourneclinic.com.au/day-programs-anxiety-depr #AcceptanceCommittmentTherapy #ACT #Mindfulness #SkillsTherapy #DayPrograms #MentalHealthMatters #Recovery #Anxiety #Depression #Wellness #Recovery #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness

20.01.2022 This year's campaign, 'Flipping the Script: Changing the Narrative on BPD' aims to change the way we think and talk about borderline personality disorder. It encourages people living with BPD to be mindful of the way they think about themselves, allow others to see their challenges, move towards strengths-based self-talk and to celebrate their strengths. It also challenges families, supporters and people working with those living with BPD. Borderline Personality Disorder (BP...D) is a complex mental disorder that is often misunderstood. People with this disorder are frequently discriminated against and stigmatised. Symptoms for people with this disorder may include emotional distress, self-harm, difficulty relating to others and the world around them. This can be very distressing for the person and for people close to them. Currently between 2% and 5% of Australians are affected by BPD at some stage in their lives. To learn more visit www.bpdawareness.com.au #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BPD #FlippingTheScript #BPDAW #BPDAwarenessWeek

19.01.2022 Every year on 20 November, we remember and honour the lives of trans and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. #TDOR2020

19.01.2022 Nearly 1.2 million Australian adults and 112,000 young people live with depression each year. One in four people will develop an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives, with about 14 percent of Australians experiencing an anxiety disorder in a year. Mental and substance-use disorders are the third highest burden of disease in Australians.... For an issue that impacts so many Australians it's time that we all start talking about mental health. Mental Health: The Elephant in the Room campaign aims to raise awareness of the prevalence of mental illness and encourage all Australians to speak openly about the issue. If you have concerns that someone you know may have a mental health issue, it's important to talk to them about your concerns. Knowing what to say can be hard and you might worry that you will say something wrong. But showing that you are willing to talk with them and listen to them is very important. #MentalHealthWeek #ElephantInTheRoom #APHA

19.01.2022 Diane Rennard APD AN makes a difference Di works as the Dietetic Manager at The Melbourne Clinic. She oversees and is responsible for the running of the team and the operational and professional supervision of the dietitians. Di is in charge of writing and updating dietetic policies and procedures, completing dietetic audits as well as having a clinical role both in the Eating Disorders Program (EDP) and on the general wards. Di’s calm manner, wealth of knowledge and approac...hability make her the ideal manager, she works extremely hard to support her team and to ensure all patients at The Melbourne Clinic receive the best professional evidence based dietetic care. Di makes a difference to her patients and also makes a difference to her team everyday over a cup of tea and a chat, something we all look forward to. #DietitiansDay #DietitiansMakeADifference

16.01.2022 "Love and Kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference." - Helen James #WorldKindnessDay #MakeKindnessTheNorm https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/

13.01.2022 October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives. The COVID-19 pandemic provides a stark reminder that one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of a virus is also one of the simplest: hand hygiene, especially through handwashing with soap. To beat the virus today and ensure better health outcomes beyond the pandemic, handwashing with soap must be a priority now and in the future. This year’s theme, Hand Hygiene for All, calls for all of society to achieve universal hand hygiene. #GlobalHandwashingDay #HandHygieneForAll

12.01.2022 Insight Timer is an amazing resource for whatever your needs are. Psychologists, Neuroscientist and Spiritual Teachers across the world submit their material for people to access for free. There are many resources available for sleep, mindfulness, kids’ stuff, help with trauma, anxiety, stress, addictions and much more. Insight Timer is for everyone. There are now 18 million users worldwide! https://insighttimer.com/ ... Insight Timer now have Live Events. The Melbourne Clinic's own Reuben Lowe, who you may know from our Day Programs is doing a live event called Unhooking from Unhelpful Thinking this Sunday, 11th October at 7:00pm. If you’re interested in this FREE LIVE EVENT, click below:

12.01.2022 We love cupcakes at The Melbourne Clinic, and what better reason than Mental Health Week to pop the elephant in the room on cupcake toppers for all our staff and patients to enjoy for morning tea today! With 1 in 5 Australians experiencing symptoms of mental illness each year, it’s time that mental health stops being the elephant in the room. These are our colleagues, friends and family; it’s time to start talking about mental health. #MentalHealthWeek #ElephantInTheRoom #APHA

11.01.2022 Check out these 10 tips to Look after your Mental Health, not only today but every day! What do you do to look after your mental health? #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia #InThisTogether #WMHD2020

11.01.2022 National Mental Health Month is an initiative of the @Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA) to advocate for, and raise awareness of Australian mental health. It is an important time where the Australian community comes together to raise awareness that #MentalHealthMatters. The national Mental Health Month is a program intending to reach out to and educate as many Australians as possible, to help reduce stigma and facilitate positive and non-judgemental discussion surroun...ding the important topics of mental health in Australia. With one in five Australians experiencing a mental health illness, it is time we give mental health due attention. To read more, and book into free online events throughout the month visit https://www.mhfa.org.au/C/national-mental-health-month-2020

09.01.2022 Carers make an enormous contribution to our communities as well as our national economy. National Carers Week is an opportunity to recognise, celebrate, and raise awareness among all Australians about the diversity of carers and their caring roles. #Carers2020 #WhyWeCare https://carersweek.com.au/

06.01.2022 Let’s talk about men. Men experience a greater share of the total fatal and non-fatal burden of disease, dying at younger ages than females and more often from preventable causes. As such, this International Men’s Day, we ask all men to reflect on their health, and we ask all Australians to take part in a global conversation about manhood, masculinity and men’s issues. If you feel as though some part of your physical or mental health isn’t quite right, be sure to seek out the help you need by speaking to your GP. Any delay in help-seeking reduces the opportunity for early diagnosis and intervention, which can dramatically affect long-term outcomes for diseases such as cancer, chronic conditions, and for mental health conditions. #TalkingAboutMen https://www.internationalmensday.info/

04.01.2022 1 in 5 Australians are affected by mental illness annually, yet many don’t seek help because of stigma. During the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritising mental health and wellbeing has been more important than ever. This World Mental Health Day October 10 the message is simple: Look after your mental health, Australia. It might seem hard to focus on mental health and wellbeing at this time, but prioritising this is more important than ever. Making a mental health promise is a... great way to remind yourself to look after your wellbeing. Click the link below to make your mental health promise! https://lookafteryourmentalhealthaustralia.org.au/make-a-p/ #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia #InThisTogether #WMHD2020