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 However, if you come across any resource outdated please let us know.

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Evidence Update: Achieving physical health equality for people with experience of mental health conditions and addiction issues

Reports/Guidelines
Physical activity/exercise Open
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Improving the physical health of people living with severe mental illness (UK report)

Reports/Guidelines
Diet/NutritionMultiple health issuesGeneral health & wellbeingPhysical activity/exerciseStaff education/ trainingOral healthPhysical health screeningIntegrated care & care co-ordination Open
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Management of physical health conditions in adults with severe mental disorders

Reports/Guidelines
Alcohol & other drugsSmoking/nicotine cessationPhysical activity/exerciseDiet/Nutrition Open
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Equally Well webinar – Cardiovascular disease and mental health

Audio visual
Staff education/ training Open
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Equally Well NZ - Some Key Facts

Other resource
Alcohol & other drugsMultiple health issuesSmoking/nicotine cessationPhysical activity/exerciseMedication & side effects Open
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In the First Person…Improving the Physical Health of People Living with Mental Illness

Audio visual
General health & wellbeingPhysical activity/exerciseSocial & community advocacyStigma reduction/anti-discriminationEmpowerment/self-advocacyMedication & side effectsDiet/Nutrition Open
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Collaborative care for older people with mental health issues

Audio visual
General health & wellbeingPhysical activity/exerciseSocial & community connectionIntegrated care & care co-ordination Open
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Mortality of People Using Mental Health Services and Prescription Medications, Analysis of 2011 Data

Publications
Health Economics Open
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Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease

Publications
Physical activity/exerciseHealth EconomicsDiet/Nutrition Open
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Behavioural activation fun and achievement

Other resource
Empowerment/self-advocacyPhysical activity/exercise Open
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The relationship between organised recreational activity and mental health

Publications
Social & community connectionPhysical activity/exercise Open
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The no-drug approach to mild depression

Other resource
Social & community connectionDiet/NutritionPhysical activity/exercise Open