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How to detect adverse events in older people using psychotropic medicines; Australian researchers name top ten signs and symptoms

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A new study led by Monash University has revealed the top ten signs and symptoms to monitor for that may help to identify adverse drug events in older people living in long-term care facilities who are using psychotropic medications such as antipsychotics, benzodiazepines and antidepressants. Psychotropic medications are commonly used to manage a range of … Continued

Program hooks rural Aussies into mental resilience

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The unique mental health program run by Bayer Crop Science Australia has delivered a range of benefits to rural people. The program uses fishing to give participants and others the space and time to reflect, while enjoying nature and improving their mental and physical health. It includes two parts: the Bayer Big Fish Challenge, which … Continued

The important factor often left out of mental health research

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New research suggests mental wellbeing should be measured alongside standard tests for mental health conditions. Measuring wellbeing alongside measures of psychological distress will paint a more accurate and thorough picture of mental health, say scientists at UNSW Sydney and Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA).  In a new study, published today in Frontiers in Psychiatry, scientists have developed and validated an … Continued

MAKE ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT AS EASY AS A THREE-DIGIT PHONE CALL

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A Churchill Fellow from Western Australia says it’s time Australia followed other nations and simplified access to behavioural health crisis and suicide support, by introducing a three-digit crisis phone line that extends emergency offerings to include Mental Health support.    Churchill Fellow, Glen Blackwell says with one in eight Australians contemplating suicide at some point … Continued

Crochet for Calm: National Crochet Conference Launches Thursday

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Crochet for Calm: National Conference Launches on Thursday Focus on Positive Mental Health, Wellbeing and Creative Therapy   Thursday 27 – Saturday 29 June 2024       9.00am – 5.00pm https://crochetguildaustralia.org.au/Conference   Crochet Guild Australia (CGA) – a national not-for-profit organisation – is holding their 2024 Crochet Conference over 3 days at Melbourne’s Treacy … Continued