Five lifestyle changes to enhance your mood and mental health
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Jerome Sarris, Western Sydney University and Joe Firth, Western Sydney University
When someone is diagnosed with a mental health disorder such as depression or anxiety, first line treatments usually include psychological therapies and medication. What’s not always discussed are the changeable lifestyle factors that influence our mental health.
Even those who don’t have a mental health condition may still be looking for ways to further improve their mood, reduce stress, and manage their day-to-day mental health.
It can be empowering to make positive life changes. While time restrictions and financial limitations may affect some people’s ability to make such changes, we all have the ability to make small meaningful changes.
Read more: Stroke, cancer and other chronic diseases more likely for those with poor mental health
Here are five lifestyle changes to get you started:
1. Improve your diet and star...
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