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Trauma rife among aged-care residents, says researcher

21 September, 2020 by Amy Sarcevic

More than 70% of people within aged-care facilities have experienced a traumatic event in their lives and may need psychological intervention during COVID-19, says researcher.


Study to investigate long-term effects of COVID-19 on frontline workers

16 September, 2020

The Victorian Government has announced funding for a collaborative study into the long-term impacts of the pandemic on healthcare workers' psychological and physical wellbeing.


Supporting the mental health of children and families

14 September, 2020 by Professor Frank Oberklaid*

Free online resources such as raisingchildren.net.au are available to help families and their children during the current pandemic.


SHPA calls for conversations on R U OK?Day

10 September, 2020

This R U OK?Day SHPA is calling for hospital pharmacists and technicians, and their colleagues, to maintain conversations around mental health and wellbeing amid a challenging year.


How digital health can combat mental health

07 September, 2020 by Amy Hill, General Manager, Jayex Australia

Many healthcare software providers now offer a 'contactless experience', giving patients confidence that they can receive medical support in a safer environment.


Alarming behaviour employers should look out for

04 September, 2020 by Dr Frank Chow, Director and Psychiatrist, 2OP Health

There are a few alarming behavioural patterns and indications healthcare employers need to be mindful of, observe and intervene where necessary.


Mums need more ante and postnatal support

28 August, 2020

Research has found a correlation between a mother's mental health and children's emotional and social development.


Cork and Canvas offers free online art classes for frontline workers

20 August, 2020

Cork and Canvas is offering free online paint and sip sessions to Australia's dedicated frontline workers, to convey gratitude and help relieve stress during the COVID-19 crisis.


Hub launches to support mental health of health professionals

19 August, 2020

Black Dog Institute has launched TEN (The Essential Network) — a multifaceted e-health hub, developed by health professionals for health professionals.


e-health tool targets mental health of those with intellectual disability

14 August, 2020

UNSW Sydney's 3DN has launched MySigns — a tool to support the mental health assessment of people with intellectual disability and communication difficulties.


Beyond Blue launches 24/7 pandemic support service

07 August, 2020

Beyond Blue has partnered with Accenture and Medibank to develop a 24/7 Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service to meet the surge in demand for its services.


PI Therapy as effective as CBT in depression/anxiety

05 August, 2020

A treatment for depression and anxiety developed at Murdoch University has been shown to be as effective as cognitive behaviour therapy, the current gold standard.


People with diabetes hit hard by pandemic

14 July, 2020

In addition to impacting physical health, 40% of people with diabetes report that COVID-19 has had a negative impact on their mental or emotional health.


Resources for GPs supporting victims of domestic violence

26 June, 2020

The RACGP is providing resources and support tools to help GPs care for victims of domestic abuse and violence.


Woodlea pen pal program helps seniors combat loneliness

25 May, 2020

The senior pen pal program encourages children and residents of the community to engage with residents of local aged-care and retirement facilities.


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