Exhaustion leaves Qld junior doctors fearing mistakes
04 November, 2020Nearly half of Queensland's trainee doctors are worried they will make a clinical mistake because they are exhausted from working excessively long hours.
The rising cost of workplace mental health injuries
12 October, 2020An Allianz report reveals that the cost of workers compensation claims relating to mental health has increased by 80%.
Meditation app promotes healthy minds
09 October, 2020To coincide with World Mental Health Day on 10 October, Healthy Minds Innovations is encouraging people to download the free Healthy Minds Program App.
Australian volunteers wanted for eating disorders study
22 September, 2020Australian researchers are calling for more than 3500 volunteers to enrol in a study investigating genetic predisposition to three complex eating disorders.
Trauma rife among aged-care residents, says researcher
21 September, 2020 by Amy SarcevicMore than 70% of people within aged-care facilities have experienced a traumatic event in their lives and may need psychological intervention during COVID-19, says researcher.
Study to investigate long-term effects of COVID-19 on frontline workers
16 September, 2020The Victorian Government has announced funding for a collaborative study into the long-term impacts of the pandemic on healthcare workers' psychological and physical wellbeing.
Supporting the mental health of children and families
14 September, 2020 by Professor Frank Oberklaid*Free online resources such as raisingchildren.net.au are available to help families and their children during the current pandemic.
SHPA calls for conversations on R U OK?Day
10 September, 2020This R U OK?Day SHPA is calling for hospital pharmacists and technicians, and their colleagues, to maintain conversations around mental health and wellbeing amid a challenging year.
How digital health can combat mental health
07 September, 2020 by Amy Hill, General Manager, Jayex AustraliaMany healthcare software providers now offer a 'contactless experience', giving patients confidence that they can receive medical support in a safer environment.
Alarming behaviour employers should look out for
04 September, 2020 by Dr Frank Chow, Director and Psychiatrist, 2OP HealthThere are a few alarming behavioural patterns and indications healthcare employers need to be mindful of, observe and intervene where necessary.
Mums need more ante and postnatal support
28 August, 2020Research has found a correlation between a mother's mental health and children's emotional and social development.
Cork and Canvas offers free online art classes for frontline workers
20 August, 2020Cork and Canvas is offering free online paint and sip sessions to Australia's dedicated frontline workers, to convey gratitude and help relieve stress during the COVID-19 crisis.
Hub launches to support mental health of health professionals
19 August, 2020Black Dog Institute has launched TEN (The Essential Network) — a multifaceted e-health hub, developed by health professionals for health professionals.
e-health tool targets mental health of those with intellectual disability
14 August, 2020UNSW Sydney's 3DN has launched MySigns — a tool to support the mental health assessment of people with intellectual disability and communication difficulties.
Beyond Blue launches 24/7 pandemic support service
07 August, 2020Beyond Blue has partnered with Accenture and Medibank to develop a 24/7 Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service to meet the surge in demand for its services.
