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As Mental Health Month draws to a close, a chilling exhibition on violations of human rights in the psychiatric system, Psychiatry: An Industry of Death, opens today in Sydney. It aims to raise awareness of the potentially harmful practices within the psychiatric industry to provide essential information to help individuals and families safeguard their mental … Continued
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Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE) welcomes the Victorian Government’s Suicide Prevention and Response Strategy (2024-2034) and the Victorian Eating Disorders Strategy (2024-2031). While these represent important progress, WHISE urges the government to integrate a gender-transformative approach that acknowledges the profound impact of gender inequality on mental health and wellbeing. “It is essential that … Continued
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As final Year 12 exams start, many students may currently be experiencing unhealthy levels of exam stress. Clinical Lead at youth mental health service ReachOut, Linda Williams, is available for interview about: ReachOut’s exam stress data, including the impacts of the cost of living Practical tips for students Practical tips for parents & carers … Continued
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THE HON MATT KEOGH MP Minister for VETERANS’ AFFAIRS MINISTER FOR DEFENCE PERSONNEL MEDIA RELEASE 13 October 2024 Keep Connected This Veterans’ Health Week Veterans’ Health Week is our annual reminder that while service takes a toll on veterans and families, there are so many innovative ways and support opportunities to maintain … Continued
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Suicide prevention experts available to discuss ABS Causes of Death data Black Dog Institute experts are available today to The following Black Dog Institute suicide prevention experts are available to discuss the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2023 Causes of Death data released today. Associate Professor Fiona Shand, Head of Suicide Prevention Research “The … Continued
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should have every opportunity to live happy and fulfilling lives. Instead, too many of our families are struggling with mental health challenges, continuing grief and trauma, and suicide. It is a public health issue that must be addressed beyond the health system, says Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia, … Continued
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Lifeline Australia Chief Executive Officer, Colin Seery, said today’s release of the ABS’s latest cause of death data, which reveals there were 3,214* lives lost to suicide in 2023, outlines a tragedy that reinforces the critical role of governments, families, workplaces and communities in reducing the number of deaths caused by intentional self-harm. “Behind every statistic there … Continued
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Every day, thousands of Australians struggle with a silent, invisible affliction—loneliness. For those living with mental illness, this isolation isn’t just a passing phase; it worsens their condition and makes recovery feel almost impossible. Research shows that people with mental health conditions are far more likely to experience chronic loneliness, which can fuel … Continued
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As the mental health crisis among young Australians intensifies, many are struggling to enter and remain in the workforce. Rising rates of youth experiencing anxiety, depression and stress are creating significant barriers to employment, leaving a generation at risk of long-term financial hardship and social isolation. According to headspace’s recent National Youth Mental Health Survey, … Continued
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Voters want pre-election commitments for severe mental illness The Federal Government should increase support for people with severe and complex mental illness to reduce the risk of a repeat of the attack that killed six people in a Bondi Junction shopping centre, according to a poll released six months following the tragic event. … Continued
