Welcome to our resource library, a dedicated collection focusing on the physical health of people living with mental illness. Each resource has been thoughtfully developed by Equally Well, our partners, and the broader Equally Well network.

Use the search function to individualise the resources shown, ie to find specific topics, health focuses, or media formats like podcasts.

If your organisation has valuable resources to share, we would love to hear from you. Please forward them to the Equally Well Project Team.

This resources library is not intended to replace professional advice. We are working to ensure the resources are up to date. However, if you come across any resource outdated please let us know.

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SANE Factsheet - Mental health issues in younger people

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Physical activity/exerciseGeneral health & wellbeingIntentional self-harmDiet/Nutrition Open
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SANE Factsheet - Healthy living

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Physical activity/exerciseSmoking/nicotine cessationGeneral health & wellbeingDiet/NutritionSelf-managementSleep Open
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SANE Factsheet - Families, friends and carers

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Carer SupportEmpowerment/self-advocacy Open
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SANE Factsheet - Complementary therapies

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Physical activity/exerciseGeneral health & wellbeingDiet/NutritionSelf-managementEmpowerment/self-advocacy Open
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SANE Factsheet - Carer mental fatigue and burnout

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General health & wellbeingCarer Support Open
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SANE Factsheet - Antipsychotic medication

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Medication & side effects Open
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SANE Factsheet - Antidepressant medication

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Medication & side effects Open
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Medication and mental illness: Perspectives

Reports/Guidelines
Health EconomicsStaff education/ trainingStigma reduction/anti-discriminationAlcohol & other drugsMedication & side effectsSelf-managementIntegrated care & care co-ordinationEmpowerment/self-advocacyPhysical health screeningPhysical activity/exerciseHuman rights Open
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Physical health and care for people with mental health conditions

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Smoking/nicotine cessationHealth EconomicsCarer SupportDiet/NutritionSelf-managementEmpowerment/self-advocacyPhysical health screeningMultiple health issuesPhysical activity/exercise Open
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The economic cost of serious mental illness and comorbidities in Australia and New Zealand

Reports/Guidelines
Staff education/ trainingIntegrated care & care co-ordinationMultiple health issuesHealth Economics Open
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Mental illness and chronic conditions

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Integrated care & care co-ordinationPhysical health screeningMultiple health issuesPhysical activity/exerciseHuman rightsHealth EconomicsSmoking/nicotine cessationStaff education/ training Open
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Wellbeing: Invest In Your Life

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General health & wellbeing Open