Mums need more ante and postnatal support
28 August, 2020Research 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, 2020Cork 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, 2020Black 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, 2020UNSW 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, 2020Beyond 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, 2020A 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, 2020In 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, 2020The 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, 2020The senior pen pal program encourages children and residents of the community to engage with residents of local aged-care and retirement facilities.
Vicarious trauma: a warning to healthcare workers
06 May, 2020 by Amy SarcevicHealthcare workers battling on the COVID-19 frontline are being advised to keep tabs on their mental health.
Global impact of COVID-19 on mental health
28 April, 2020Mental health experts across the world have come together to highlight the need for mental health and brain research to be central in the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 support line opens for seniors
27 April, 2020A free dedicated support line is now available to address the mental health of senior Australians, their families and carers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reliving trauma
17 April, 2020 by Amy SarcevicIn summer 2019, Bianca fled her home on the first sight of a 'catastrophic' fire warning on her mobile phone, which — still to this day — she never leaves out of sight.
Managing violence in healthcare settings
16 April, 2020 by Amy SarcevicViolence against healthcare professionals is on the rise and is believed to be linked to the increasing popularity of violence-inducing drugs and the growth in patients presenting with acute mental health problems.
A Day in the Life of Captain Starlight
15 April, 2020At work each day, Abe Mitchell transforms into Captain Starlight to bring fun and laughter to children and their families.
