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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs about ConnectWell.

What is ConnectWell?

Learn about the ConnectWell portal, including features, benefits, and how to access it.

All about Sonia, our AI-powered Coach

An overview of the AI-powered mental health tool Sonia.

Alcohol: Harm Minimisation Strategies and Safer Drinking Practices

Get practical advice on how you can manage alcohol use effectively.

How-to: Pros and Cons module

Weigh up the pros and cons of a change you're considering, but feel uncertain about.

How-to: Silver Linings module

Find the positive aspects in challenging situations, via a gratitude practice.

Tobacco and Vaping: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Understand the risks associated with smoking and vaping, and get insights into safer use.

What are Outcome Measures?

Learn about these surveys, and why we ask you to complete them.

How-to: 3 Ds module

Instructions and tips for completing the 3 Ds module.

How-to: Catch it, Check it, Change it module

Notice and reshape your thinking patterns if you're feeling stuck, anxious or low.

How-to: Routine Rebellion module

Tap into your urges for new experiences in a healthy and fulfilling way.

Meet the ConnectWell team

Meet three team members from Lives Lived Well, who work behind the scenes on ConnectWell.

How-to: Beyond Bogged module

Use this exercise to un-bog yourself and get moving again.

How-to: Connect Now module

Engaging deeply with past, present, and future experiences can enhance well-being and fulfilment.

How-to: Driving Change module

What are some ways you can soothe negative self talk?

How-to: Exit Plan module

Create a plan for managing situations that might get out of hand.

How-to: Finding your Flow module

Tap into a state of 'Flow', where you can experience more focus, enjoyment, and productivity.

How-to: Urge Surfing module

A mindfulness technique that helps you observe and experience your urges without acting on them.

How-to: Play the Tape module

Urge management skills for when the short term gains cloud your view of the long term pains.

How-to: Mind and Body module

Look after your body to look after your mind - the link between our physical and mental health is clear.

How-to: Opposite to Emotion module

For when strong emotions leave you doing things that you regret (or make things worse in the long term).

How-to: One Step at a Time module

Build a structured plan to approach the things you’ve been avoiding, one step at a time.

How-to: Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained module

Are limiting beliefs keeping you from experiencing the things in life that matter?

How-to: Mates and Moments module

Challenge the unhelpful thinking patterns that have stopped you from doing things sober (or at all).

How-to: Sensory Toolbox module

Identify ways to self-soothe with each of your senses.

How-to: SOLVED module

A structured guide to solving problems.

How-to: Real Deal module

An exercise to help you hone in on what really matters at the end of the day.

Video: What are Outcome Measures?

Find out more about Outcome Measure surveys, and how we use the information on them.

How-to: 3X3 module

A mindfulness exercise you can do anytime, anywhere.

How-to: 5 Senses Grounding module

An exercise you can do at any time, to help you focus on your senses.

TIPP skills to help with finding calm

TIPP skills are techniques to help you quickly manage intense emotions and calm down.

STOPP skills: to help you think before you react

STOPP skills are techniques to help you pause and think before reacting to intense emotions.

Paired Muscle Relaxation

This exercise can help you relax by reducing physical tension in your body.

Cannabis: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Get strategies to help minimise the risks of cannabis, and focus on safer use.

Cocaine: Harm Minimisation Strategies

This guide provides essential harm minimisation strategies for people who use cocaine.

MDMA: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Harm minimisation strategies to enhance safety for people who use MDMA.

Inhalants: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Harm minimisation tips for laughing gas, poppers, and various other solvents and gases.

Hallucinogens: Harm Minimisation Strategies

This guide outlines harm minimisation strategies for hallucinogens, plus information on high-risk drug combinations.

GHB: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Strategies for safer use of Gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid (GHB).

Amphetamines: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Practical strategies to reduce risks associated with amphetamine use.

Opioids: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Safer use practices for prescription opioids and heroin.

Steroids: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Harm minimisation strategies to enhance safety for individuals using anabolic steroids.

Benzodiazepine: Harm Minimisation Strategies

Harm minimisation strategies to enhance safety for individuals using benzodiazepines (benzos).

Safer Drug Use

This guide provides essential tips and methods for safer use of substances.

Safe Sex and Substance Use

Essential harm minimisation strategies for individuals who use substances, to understand the impact on sex drive, consent, and overall sexual health.

Recognising and Responding to Overdose

A guide to help you, your mates, and your family recognise when someone might be having an overdose and how to respond quickly and effectively.

Safety Planning

Safety planning is a tool designed to help you navigate potentially harmful situations and promote overall well-being.

After Hours Support Lines

A list of helpful phone numbers and websites for after hours support.

Mindful Breathing

A simple exercise to calm your body and mind.