Spotlighting Mental Health

Challenge Success & New Support Options View in browser  DONATE About Donate Kia ora , We hope the transition to Spring, and daylight savings time has been kind to you! ☀️ Sharing Uplevel My Wellbeing challenge for Mental Health Awareness Week at the end of September was a blast! We are so grateful for those who were able to join us for the challenge. If you weren't able to join us for any reason, please do feel free to sign up and go through it at your own pace here. In this newsletter you will find the following: OCD Awareness Week ADHD Awareness Month News from the clinic A resource you might like to check out OCD Awareness Week This week is OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Awareness Week. It is common to have some unwanted or intrusive thoughts once in a while. Most of the time, we can brush them off and move on. However, some people are more prone to experiencing a persistent pattern of unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that can cause significant anxiety, accompanied by behaviours and/or mental rituals (compulsions) to reduce that anxiety. OCD can be treated and a great first step is to see your doctor. People experiencing intrusive thoughts are also welcome to call our free 24/7 national 0800 Anxiety Helpline (0800 269 438) for a chat about OCD and to learn some helpful techniques. In this article, Anxiety NZ Community Education Intern interviewed a friend with OCD to share their experience. "I had no idea about OCD or anxiety until my late teens. It just was not talked about." This OCD awareness week we encourage you to learn more about it.  The more we know, the more we can help those around us. ADHD Awareness Month October is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Awareness Month. ADHD affects about 1 in 20 people, though many may not yet have a diagnosis.  It's a natural variation in how the brain processes attention, emotions, and behaviours. People with ADHD might experience things like restlessness, impulsivity, or difficulty maintaining focus on less engaging things, but these traits are simply part of their unique way of interacting with the world. The theme for ADHD Awareness Month 2024 is 'Awareness is Key'—a vital message. By raising awareness, we foster greater understanding and acceptance. When we truly understand ADHD, we can better support those who experience it, recognizing the strengths and challenges that come with it. Find a heap of resources for awareness month here. From the Clinic 💬 Is your child in need of extra support? We're here to help! Our qualified child psychologists are now accepting new clients. Whether it's anxiety, behavioural challenges, or emotional wellbeing, we provide expert care in a safe and compassionate online environment. 👪 We also support families and caregivers through appointments and education, ensuring everyone has the tools to foster a nurturing environment for their child. Reach out to us today! 📅 Appointments are available online – perfect for busy whānau across New Zealand. Call us at 09 846 9776 or visit Contact us | Anxiety NZ to learn more. Find Out More Here A Resource for You Get Empowered! Would you like to lock in some self-care and wellbeing practices before the holiday season? Sign up for our free, online, self-paced course Empowered! Get EMPOWERED "What an AMAZING course! Super easy to follow, super simple, and extremely informative and educational. I love the worksheets! They are very appealing, and the instructions are simple." - Anon Keen for more ways to get involved? Did you know that Anxiety NZ is a charity NGO (non-governmental organisation)? Our mission is to provide mental health support, treatment, and education so that we can help build a more resilient and thriving Aotearoa NZ together. You can help us make a difference in the lives of the growing number of Kiwis seeking support for anxiety and other related conditions. Here are a few ways you can help us keep going in our mission: Become a regular supporter with a monthly donation (most impact) Start a fundraiser and share it with your network (super easy) Volunteer with us Your support helps us to answer the 0800 ANXIETY Helpline calls 24/7 and support people when they need it the most. Please open your heart and donate today! Get in touch with us if you have any questions on how to get involved. 🩵 About | Get Support | Resources | Shop | Anxiety New Zealand Trust 77 Morningside Drive, St Lukes, Auckland, NZ 1025, Auckland New Zealand You are receiving this email because you opted in for updates from Anxiety NZ. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking unsubscribe. unsubscribe