“I just wanted someone to ask if I was OK when I came back.”
A dietitian puts extreme ‘clean eating’ claims to the test – and the results aren’t pretty
“Clean eating” is associated with the healthy lifestyle and body beautiful that is promoted by many online bloggers.
How parents can help their young children develop healthy social skills
Social development skills are just as important as cognitive skills when learning.
Eating disorders: early warning signs identified
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for those with an eating disorder but many people do not always seek help.
Want to see a therapist but don’t know where to start? Here’s how to get a mental health plan
Here’s how to start seeing a therapist if you never have before.
As ‘lockdown fatigue’ sets in, the toll on mental health will require an urgent response
The risks of being dispirited, chronically stressed and socially disconnected are real and substantial.
The Victorian government has allocated $60 million to mental health. But who gets the money?
Victoria’s mental health system was in crisis before COVID-19 hit.
Loneliness is a health issue, and needs targeted solutions
Loneliness is a negative feeling that arises when someone’s social needs are unmet by their current social relationships.
Online therapies can improve mental health, and there are no barriers to accessing them
Australia’s e-Mental health strategy needs action.
If you’re coming off antidepressants, withdrawals and setbacks may be part of the process
About 8% of Australians are taking antidepressants for depression, anxiety and related conditions.