You hear a lot about depression and anxiety in conversation about mental health, but where do low prevalent conditions like bipolar and schizophrenia fit into the picture. They may have lower diagnosis rates, but we know they take more complex care plans. We take a look at some programs offering support, treatment and encouragement for people living with these mental health conditions.

Floods, fires, road accidents, storms, community tragedy - our first responders see a lot. They're on the front line whenever disaster strikes. But how good are we at looking after our emergency workers mental well being? In this episode you'll hear from two former first responders, both diagnosed with PTSD now doing what they can to help others and you'll find out the role you can play in keeping our emergency workers mentally healthy.

Carers are incredible. Day after day they put their loved ones needs above their own. But what happens when the carer needs to be cared for? What can we do to make sure those who are caring for someone else know where they can go to get support, to meet people in a similar situation to them and where they can have some respite. It's season three and we're kicking off by looking at the mental health of carers.

We want to finish season two by highlighting some good news stories taking place in mental health around regional Australia. Personal achievements, amazing programs and generational change that's being driven by everyday people just like you.

We want to finish season two by highlighting some good news stories taking place in mental health around regional Australia. Personal achievements, amazing programs and generational change that's being driven by everyday people just like you.

Indigenous Australians have higher rates of mental illness than the rest of the population. So what do we need to do to turn this around? How can we include Indigenous culture in mental health treatment to help break inter generational trauma? We explore this and more in this episode.

Blokes, we need to talk! What damage is the old adage "real men don't cry" and "blokes need to be tough" meaning for the mental health of men in rural and regional Australia? We take a look at men's mental health and some initiatives being run around Australia to break down stigma.

If you've ever felt alone, how did it impact your mental health? In the age of social media it might surprise you to hear the rates of loneliness are increasing. As Australia's population ages, concerns of loneliness on mental health is increasing. We take a look at what's being done to address loneliness in regional Australia.

What are the challenges of the LGBTIQ community living in small towns in regional Australia? A lot of work is being done to support people who identify as LGBTIQ but when there's only one GP in town or coming out means the whole community knowing - how can you navigate that landscape.

In times of drought, farmers are often forced to make heart breaking decisions. So what impact can this have on the mental health of those living on the land. In this episode we look at the strain and what can be done to stay mentally healthy in trying times.