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 However, if you come across any resource outdated please let us know.

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The NSW Health Recognition and Support for Carers: Key Directions 2024-2028

Reports/Guidelines
Health EconomicsStigma reduction/anti-discriminationSocial & community advocacy Open
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Reflections From the Wrong Side of the Glass: Lived Experience of Conducting Research in a Mental Health Ward

Publications
Wellness & recovery programsEmpowerment/self-advocacyStigma reduction/anti-discrimination Open
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Helping children and young people when there is mental illness in the family

Other resource
Alcohol & other drugsGeneral health & wellbeingSocial & community connectionCarer Support Open
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Physical Health in Patients with Mental Illness

Reports/Guidelines
Multiple health issuesSleepSmoking/nicotine cessationHealth EconomicsStaff education/ trainingPhysical activity/exerciseOral healthSocial & community advocacyPhysical health screeningIntegrated care & care co-ordinationDiet/Nutrition Open
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Diabetes and poor mental health and wellbeing - An exploratory analysis

Reports/Guidelines
Physical activity/exerciseDiet/Nutrition Open
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Contributing Lives, Thriving Communities. Report of the National Review of Mental Health Programmes and Services Summary

Reports/Guidelines
Health EconomicsStigma reduction/anti-discriminationSocial & community advocacyCarer Support Open
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Clinical Algorithm for monitoring metabolic syndrome in mental health patients

Education, Other resource
Physical activity/exerciseStaff education/ trainingGeneral health & wellbeing Open
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Chronic pain and mental health: An interdisciplinary case study panel discussion for general practitioners

Audio visual
Staff education/ trainingIntegrated care & care co-ordinationPhysical activity/exercise Open
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Protecting and improving the physical health of people living with mental health conditions — 2026 Global Leadership Exchange Equally Well match summary report.

Reports/Guidelines
Health EconomicsPhysical activity/exerciseHuman rights Open
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Research Snapshot #3 - Preventable, but not prevented

Publications
Open
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Consensus Statement on the role of Accredited Exercise Physiologists within the treatment of mental disorders

Reports/Guidelines
Physical activity/exerciseHuman rightsHealth Economics Open
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Clinical Guidelines for the Physical Care of Mental Health Consumers Report

Reports/Guidelines
Multiple health issuesEmpowerment/self-advocacyHuman rights Open