5 December: PTSD Advent Calendar
Can’t find time to get to the shops or want to beat the crowds? Try online shopping for gifts and groceries. Remember to allow plenty of time for delivery and only use secure payment methods.
4 December: PTSD Advent Calendar
As we move onto the theme of managing stress and anxiety in the lead up to Christmas, let’s talk about shopping. Shopping during Christmas can be a nightmare, especially for anyone sensitive to noise, bright lights and huge crowds. One way to get around the worst of this problem is to shop during quieter times…
3 December: PTSD Advent Calendar
Have a medical back-up plan. Will your medical practitioners be away over December or January? Solution: Discuss other options with your doctors so you know where to turn if you require assistance. If you find yourself struggling, call Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline 13 11 14 for support.
2 December: PTSD Advent Calendar
By planning ahead and booking your medical appointments in advance, you won’t be left stranded in terms of regular visits. Also ask your doctor or health service what days their clinic will be closed over Christmas. Discuss back-up plans for unplanned visits in case you will need to see someone. If you find yourself struggling,…
1 December: PTSD Advent Calendar
If you are taking any form of medication, make sure you have enough to last over the Christmas/New Year period as it can be hard to get new prescriptions or even to fill existing ones. So, fill any scripts and ensure there are enough repeats left until your next appointment. For immediate help with any…
K9s 4 Valour Advent Calendar 2017
Join our PTSD Advent Calendar today to look after yourself this Christmas. While Christmas is a happy time for many, for others it can be a challenge, especially when dealing with a mental illness like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Most of us would struggle with some elements of Christmas – whether it’s challenging relationships, addictions, financial…