One in four young people (aged 12 to 25) reported feeling lonely for three or more days within the last week.
When it’s easier to get meds than therapy: how poverty makes it hard to escape mental illness
The poorer people are, the higher their chances of contending with domestic violence, crime, social conflict, homelessness and unemployment.
Working from home? Why detachment is crucial for mental health
Working from home can be quite a challenge.
If Australia really wants to tackle mental health after coronavirus, we must take action on homelessness
It’s almost impossible to practise self-isolation and good hygiene if you’re living on the streets or moving from place to place.
Stroke, cancer and other chronic diseases more likely for those with poor mental health
Chronic conditions are more common among those who suffer from depression and anxiety.
Coronavirus has boosted telehealth care in mental health, so let’s keep it up
Australia’s health system has embraced telehealth during the coronavirus pandemic, with patients getting care online, by video or by phone.
We need to flatten the ‘other’ coronavirus curve, our looming mental health crisis
The battle against the mental health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic is just beginning.
Are you worried someone you care about is thinking of suicide? Here’s how you can support them from afar
We’ve now been social distancing for several weeks. While these measures have allowed us to slow the spread of COVID-19, they’ve also upended our day-to-day lives.
Is your mental health deteriorating during the coronavirus pandemic? Here’s what to look out for
Medicare-subsidised psychology and psychiatry sessions, as well as GP visits, can now take place via phone and video calls – if clinicians agree not to charge patients out-of-pocket costs for the consult.
Veterans have poorer mental health than Australians overall. We could be serving them better
A career in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), or the armed forces in any country, can be rewarding, but also demanding. Challenges include the rigorous training, frequent moves, and maintaining social connections.