depression
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Industry & Reform
NSW lowest budget for mental health in Australia
NSW has been criticised for the lack of mental-health funding in the new state budget, which was released mid-September. It…
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Top Stories
Aus healthcare workers burnt out, less willing to work since COVID began
Nearly two years into a global pandemic, and with catastrophic bushfires before that, nurses are at an emotional breaking point…
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News
A weekend sleep-in could help fight depression
A weekend lie in could go a long way to fighting depression, according to new research. Academics from Yonsei University…
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COVID-19
Nurse-led hotline reports increased calls during COVID-19
Unprecedented circumstances and workforce pressure has led more nurses, midwives and students to call for mental health support during COVID,…
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News
CSIRO work uses computer game to diagnose depression
Diagnosing depression and bipolar disorder might be as simple as a few clicks of a mouse. That’s what CSIRO research…
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News
Half of ICU patients face psychological disorders after discharge: UK study
Patients discharged from the ICU frequently report symptoms of anxiety, PTSD or depression – and it could have major implications…
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Clinical Practice
Positive outcome for mental health initiative targeting residential care
It is often challenging for older adults to make the transition into aged care. Many new residents experience grief as…
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Clinical Practice
Depression therapies go head to head
Study compares effectiveness of two well-known treatments. GPs are being called to participate in a world-first study exploring the treatment…
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Clinical Practice
New look can help now
Don’t wait for the next generation of hospitals, a few changes can make current environments better for dementia patients. Admission…
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News
Screening for COPD depression link
Research has found that depression and anxiety adversely affect prognosis for COPD patients, and even lead to increased mortality. The…
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