Expert guidance, self-help hacks and real-life stories to help you improve your mental wellbeing.
Brendan Fevola on how his relationship with mental health has changed
BRENDAN FEVOLA WAS once the AFL’s most electrifying showman. A freakish goal-kicker, a headline magnet if there ever was one, and a man who embodied the larrikin spirit of early 2000s footy culture. But behind the countless goals, handful of Coleman medals and the...
5 common anxiety symptoms in men
Those nightly beers could be a sign of deeper issues
An entertainment journalist on the dangerous mindset behind a 3am drunk dial
Journalist Jonathon Moran puts the microscope on himself, reflecting on the way addiction can lead us down dangerous paths
“I have reasons, you have excuses”: the thinking trap that’s destroying your relationships
YOU’VE GOT GUESTS coming over so you're getting things tidied up around the house when you come upon the overflowing recycling bin, and you distinctly recall asking your partner to empty that yesterday, and now there's a Jenga-style crash of jam jars and plastic...
How the death of a friend prompted Gus Worland to take action on men’s mental health
“LOL, YOU LOVE me? You been hacked?” I quickly explained to my brother that no, I hadn’t been hacked. And that my text was truthful, though, I hastened to add, that while unsolicited, it wasn’t completely spontaneous. It was the work of one Gus Worland. For those of...
Roses to reality: Dr Matt Agnew reveals why prioritising his mental health has been crucial in his business journey
The trajectory of my career has certainly been unexpected. From the structured world of astrophysics, to the whirlwind of reality TV as The Bachelor, and now, as a sole trader, my journey has been a masterclass in adaptability and resilience. While the public may have...
‘I was addicted to football’: A former addict wants you to know the red flags
IT'S A GROSS cliché, but you never forget your first match. I remember stepping into the simmering hum of a football stadium, seven years old, wearing my older brother’s oversized replica shirt and clutching a match-day program so tight the ink was almost staining my...
Why exercising with your dog could be a mental health gamechanger
Research shows moving with your best four-legged friend could be the key to maintaining a positive outlook on life
‘I’m a psychologist and here’s the one thing I do every day to improve my mental health’
Even psychologists struggle with mental health concerns. Here, one practitioner reveals the practice that keeps them on even keel
Alex Noble is a C4 quadriplegic whose dreams and ambitions are boundless
At 16, an accident on the rugby field changed Alex’s Noble’s life forever. His response to the experience is a testament to the power of positivity, determination and resilience. As he tells Men’s Health, ‘adversity is the fertiliser for growth’
Young men don’t need moral panic, they need our time and care
A new report from Movember has found that in the absence of real-world connection, young men are looking to online influencers for guidance, with both positive and negative repercussions. Rather than knee-jerk reactions, a clear-eyed and considered response is required, argues Dr Zac Seidler
A doctor’s own bitter pill to swallow: “I struggle to talk about mental health”
Mental health is an issue for everyone, even those whose job it is to treat us. Here, an Aussie doctor reflects on his own mental health and reveals his strategies to cope
Why talking therapy is losing its appeal – and fringe treatments are taking its place
Once viewed as the ultimate marker of emotional maturity, traditional therapy is currently being talked about for all the wrong reasons. But are there better ways to bolster your mental health?
How to make better decisions, according to science
Whether you're in the burger v meatloaf choice vortex or you're waffling on bigger stuff, here's what you need to know
The trick to deal with imposter syndrome once and for all
Almost everyone experiences it. Good thing there’s a fix
Creatine can boost the benefits of therapy in treating depression
Creatine, better known as a muscle-building aid, shows impressive results in improving the efficacy of talk therapy for depressed people
Why saying ‘I’m fine’ when you’re not might be hurting you
Letting people in doesn’t have to be a sign of weakness. Being open about your feelings is key to getting the support you need
March madness: if you’re feeling burnt out already, you’re not alone
If you're finding yourself running on fumes just a few months into the year, it might be time to make some cuts. Here's how
Osher Günsberg’s mental health plan for the upcoming election
The lead-up to an election sees politicians dial up the rhetoric and double down on double-speak. Use this guide to spot political sleight of hand and avoid campaign burnout