Safeguarding worker wellbeing
29 November, 2021 by Stuart Taylor, CEO of SpringfoxAs Australia emerges from lockdown and our cities begin to reopen, the excitement on the city streets is palpable. However, the same cannot be said for our hospital wards.
Why self-compassion is vital for medical professionals
08 October, 2021 by Dr Olivia Ong*It was a sunny autumn day in April 2020 when the reality of the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic was starting to hit home in Australia.
Study explores TMS treatment for OCD
08 October, 2021A collaborative study by Monash University and the Epworth Centre for Innovation in Mental Health (ECIMH) explores the benefits of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) on people with obsessive–compulsive disorder.
Subsidised GP training to boost mental health access
01 September, 2021The RACGP has welcomed a new subsidy for GPs to undertake Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training (FPS ST).
Reducing financial stress for healthcare workers, a guide
25 August, 2021Financial stress can lead to poor mental health — a recent survey found that 52% of Australian healthcare workers are worried about their finances.
Rising mental health concerns call for digital solutions
19 August, 2021New data reveals that fewer than one in six people with psychological distress are seeking professional help.
Struggling to concentrate in lockdown?
16 August, 2021Our everyday memory gets worse in lockdown because we are living through a type of groundhog day, making it harder to lay down and retrieve memories.
Environment and mental health added to cause of death equation
21 July, 2021AIA Australia's 5590+ framework highlights the impact of environment and mental health on Australia's health statistics.
Why a billion dollars won't buy Australia improved mental health
16 July, 2021 by Dr Richard Lakeman*Despite good intentions, increased federal funding for mental health services is unlikely to have a great impact on mental health outcomes.
Qld dietitian helps teen face food fears
07 July, 2021A Brisbane dietitian who helped a 17-year-old face her phobia of food has been recognised for supporting young people with mental health challenges.
Hospitalisation rate in people with intellectual disability 'unacceptably high'
15 June, 2021A new study reveals that people with intellectual disability are being hospitalised for conditions that could be prevented or adequately managed in primary care.
Mood-tracking app empowers expectant and new mums to manage mental wellbeing
10 June, 2021An evidence-based app — YourTime — has been developed to help women track their mental wellbeing during pregnancy and early motherhood.
Young go-getter honours hospital hero
20 April, 2021When considering a recipient for the Super Hero Awards, Joshua and his mum Abbi chose Children's Hospital Foundation Family Liaison Manager Angie Brooks.
AIA Australia launches wellbeing coaching service
16 March, 2021The AIA Vitality Wellbeing Check-In Program gives Priority Protection policyholders access to two free sessions with an experienced Mindstar wellbeing coach.
WHO invites Health Literacy Initiative to join global network
10 February, 2021The Mental Health Commission of NSW will join the World Health Organization (WHO) in a global network to improve community health literacy.
