In this Guide
The Library provides a range of print and electronic resources as well as research support services that can assist you in finding information. Below are links to selected resources for health and wellbeing.
Browse the Health Library's e-Book collection by title or subject: AccessMedicine, ClinicalKey, ClinicalKey Nursing or explore one of the key titles below.
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Place a request online via the Literature Search request form and we will conduct a search on your behalf and send the best articles directly to your inbox.
Learn how to develop effective search strategies to get the evidence you need. Book an individualised session with one of our experienced librarians. Place a request online via the Book a Librarian form and choose a time and date that suits you.
NT Health Resources
NT Health is committed to implementing prevention and awareness strategies to help people feel safe and create mentally healthy workplaces. Taking time to rest and recharge is essential for our overall wellbeing. In caring professions, it can be challenging for staff to plan regular leave breaks, but it remains of utmost importance.
NT Health has a range of supports available through Healthy@Work, Wellbeing and the NTPS Mentally Healthy Workplaces Toolkit.
There are a number of support services you can reach out to for further advice, assistance and information.
Wellbeing and Self-care Online Training
This is an online course produced by Territory Families but is open to all NTG employees. It provides information and guidance to inform and support staff wellbeing in the workplace and provides practical tips for self-care.
Topics covered in this course are:
Access the course here: MyLearning
Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds. Headspace can help young people with mental health, physical health (including sexual health) alcohol and other drug services, and work and study support.
Find more information here: Headspace.org.au
Beyond Blue works with the community to improve mental health and prevent suicide, so that all people in Australia can achieve their best possible mental health. Beyond Blue is focused on supporting people affected by anxiety, depression and suicide.
Find more information here: Beyond Blue
LifeLine is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. LifeLine is committed to empowering Australians to be suicide-safe through connection, compassion and hope.
Find more information here: Lifeline Australia
Mind provides practical and motivational support that helps people to develop the skills they need to move on, thrive and improve the quality of their lives. This includes helping people with the things that make them feel strong and healthy, such as being in control of their life, being resilient and participating in their community
Find more information here: Mind Australia
The 5 Ways To Wellbeing organisation has a quiz that allows you to assess your current state of overall wellbeing. They also have some tools and resources such as sensory modulation, how to focus on strengths and practicing gratitude and gratefulness.
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Mobile Apps
Health and Wellbeing Index App The Health and Wellbeing Index (App) measures and addresses mental wellbeing to help improve the health and wellbeing of individuals. It’s free, confidential and helps you review your wellbeing status every 7 days. There are only 7 questions to complete to give you a real time indication of your wellbeing level and access to different resources. For Instructions on downloading the app please visit the My Wellbeing Index App.
Headgear App The Black Dog Institute HeadGear app guides you through a 30–day mental fitness challenge designed to build resilience and wellbeing and the mycompass tool can help better recognise the early signs of and prevent various stress outcomes and burnout. For more information and Instructions on downloading the app please visit HeadGear.
Headspace App Headspace has one mission: to improve the health and happiness of the world. You can try Headspace for yourself and learn the essentials of meditation and mindfulness with Headspace's free Basics course. Find more information here: Headspace
The Mindfulness App The Mindfulness app offers an extensive number of meditations with world-renowned teachers, customizable settings, and daily encouragement. Find more information here: Mindfulness
Smiling Mind App The Smiling Mind app is a unique tool developed by psychologists and educators to help bring balance to your life. Find more information here: Smiling Mind |
