Having long been considered to have ‘no accepted medical use’, psychedelics are finally being recognised as being beneficial for treating a range of mental health disorders.

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26.04.2024

US drugs regulator gives LSD ‘breakthrough’ status for treating anxiety – why this is so significant

Having long been considered to have ‘no accepted medical use’, psychedelics are finally being recognised as being beneficial for treating a range of mental health disorders.

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02.04.2024

Rich people, bribes and depression – study finds link between corruption and mental health among Ghanaian students

Corruption imposes mental health costs on individuals.

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26.03.2024

Not having job flexibility or security can leave workers feeling depressed, anxious and hopeless

The way jobs are structured affects employee mental health, an analysis of more than 18,000 workers shows.

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05.03.2024

How can I stop overthinking everything? A clinical psychologist offers solutions

A stressed out and tired brain will be more likely to overthink. Deep thinkers, people who are prone to anxiety or low mood, and those who are feel emotions deeply are also more likely to overthink.

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28.02.2024

The ghosts of the past: Pop music is haunted by our anxieties about the future

Artificial intelligence helped produce the Beatles’ 2023 hit “Now and Then.” But despite the sophisticated technology, the song reveals our obsession with the past and our anxieties about the future.

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23.02.2024

Are our fears of saying ‘no’ overblown?

Nearly 80% of people have accepted invitations to events they didn’t want to attend.

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22.02.2024

Are fears of saying ‘no’ overblown?

Nearly 80% of people have accepted invitations to events they didn’t want to attend.

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09.02.2024

Why are so many Australians taking antidepressants?

Australia has among the highest antidepressant prescribing rates in the world.

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08.02.2024

Anger, sadness, boredom, anxiety – emotions that feel bad can be useful

Lots of people will do a lot to avoid feeling negative emotions. But researchers are figuring out how these unpleasant feelings actually have benefits.

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05.02.2024

Millions of Australians have a chronic illness. So why aren’t employers accommodating them?

Employers have a duty to address work stressors and make adjustments for workers with long-term illnesses.

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01.02.2024

Fear of ageing is really a fear of the unknown – and modern society is making things worse

Anxiety about ageing is also often a fear of the future.

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29.01.2024

The contraceptive pill also affects the brain and the regulation of emotions

Oral contraceptives modify the menstrual cycle. What’s less well known is that they also reach the brain, particularly the regions important for regulating emotions.

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18.01.2024

Mentors, nurture rooms and mindfulness: what schools can do to improve pupils' mental health

Schools are operating with already stretched resources. But they are an obvious route to supporting children’s mental health.

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16.01.2024

Working from home since COVID-19? Cabin fever could be the next challenge

While teleworking can come with many benefits, being alone at home can leave us feeling isolated and unmotivated.

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16.01.2024

Why you may feel depressed and anxious when you're ill – and how to cope with it

Research suggests we should embrace feeling down when ill.

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10.01.2024

A beginner's guide to sound baths − what they are, how to choose a good one and what the research shows

A medical anthropologist explores claims about the health benefits of sound baths and how to choose the one to attend.

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03.01.2024

Stressed out? Why mindfulness and meditation help us cope with the world

Mindfulness, being in the present moment, is often achieved through meditation, the practice of sitting still and focusing on the breath. Both help relieve feelings of anxiety and depression

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18.12.2023

Matthew Perry died of 'acute effects of ketamine' – what you need to know about the drug

Perry was being legally prescribed infusions of ketamine.

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14.12.2023

Hope brings happiness, builds grit and gives life meaning. Here's how to cultivate it

People who hold higher levels of hope will be less likely to experience symptoms of depression. Shared hopes are also important for expectations of national and international futures.

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08.12.2023

How to stay hopeful in a world seemingly beyond saving

Embracing hope in the good, alongside recognizing the bad, can reduce eco-anxiety, improve mental health and may just be the key to driving strong and meaningful climate action.

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29.11.2023

What are young Australians most worried about? Finding affordable housing, they told us

We thought after the worst of a global pandemic, young people’s outlook for the future might have improved. Our survey shows they’ve actually gotten worse.

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10.11.2023

Overwhelmed by group chat messages? You're not alone

Group chats can be places of joy, solidarity and refuge. But they can also be a huge time-suck, and create feelings of anxiety and worry.

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21.10.2023

Insomnia and mental disorders are linked. But exactly how is still a mystery

Insomnia and mental disorders are inter-related in a way we’ve yet to fully understand. But treating one can often help the other.

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13.10.2023

Our mood usually lifts in spring. But after early heatwaves and bushfires, this year may be different

We’ve had an early start to the bushfire season and there’s more to come. No wonder spring isn’t always a celebration.

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13.10.2023

Threats of failure motivate some students – but it's not a technique to use on the whole class

Messages from teachers like ‘if you do not work hard, you will fail your GCSEs and you will not get into college’ are known as fear appeals.

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13.10.2023

The 'Zoom effect' and the possible link between videochatting and appearance dissatisfaction

With our faces seemingly everywhere − from Zoom meetings to selfies − more people are developing anxieties about how they appear online.

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13.10.2023

Early indicators of dementia: 5 behaviour changes to look for after age 50

Dementia does not manifest solely as a memory problem. People with dementia can also experience issues with learning, comprehension and judgement, but they may also experience changes in behaviour.

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13.10.2023

Tyson Fury's Netflix series highlights the mental health challenges faced by Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities

Tyson Fury has a history of mental ill health, something which is reflected in his series, At Home With The Furys on Netflix.

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18.09.2023

Racial trauma has profound mental health consequence - a Black clinical psychologist explains and offers 5 ways to heal

Whether experienced directly or indirectly, racial incidents can trigger numerous psychological impacts on Black people, including lower self-esteem and anxiety.

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18.09.2023

Keeping your cool in a warming world: 8 steps to help manage eco-anxiety

A therapist shares advice for harnessing your stress over climate change and other environmental harms and putting it to work.

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18.09.2023

Anxiety and stress really can be lowered through colouring – here’s what our research has found

Combining the practice with mindfulness is key.

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15.09.2023

Anxiety can often be a drag on creativity, upending the trope of the tortured artist

A psychiatrist explains the many ways anxiety can hinder, color or compel creativity.

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05.09.2023

If anxiety is in my brain, why is my heart pounding? A psychiatrist explains the neuroscience and physiology of fear

Although emotions like fear and anxiety originate in your brain, they ultimately travel through your body and make your heart race and your stomach twist.

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04.09.2023

Why is a messy house such an anxiety trigger for me and what can I do about it?

When we’re surrounded by distractions, our brains essentially become battlegrounds for attention. Everything competes for our focus.

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31.08.2023

Zuranolone for postpartum depression: Hope, hype or both?

Amid the fanfare about a new medication for postpartum depression, it’s important to remember that PPD is underdiagnosed and undertreated, and that safe and effective treatments already exist.

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29.08.2023

When being a new mum feels overwhelming, here's some expert advice on what you need to know

New motherhood is often portrayed as a time of joy but it can also be filled with fears and complicated feelings. Here’s how you can get help and support.

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28.08.2023

Medication can help you make the most of therapy − a psychologist and neuroscientist explains how

Combining psychotherapy with medication can lead to more immediate and enduring results by boosting the brain’s neuroplasticity.

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28.08.2023

Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart

Naps can be rejuvenating and beneficial to attentiveness and overall health, but the length of naps and the time of day are key.

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24.08.2023

Back-to-school anxiety: seven tips to help children cope

Let them know that you understand and believe them.

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Single dose of LSD highly effective at treating anxiety

US drugs regulator gives LSD ‘breakthrough’ status for treating anxiety – why this is so significant

Rich people, bribes and depression – study finds link between corruption and mental health among Ghanaian students

Not having job flexibility or security can leave workers feeling depressed, anxious and hopeless

How can I stop overthinking everything? A clinical psychologist offers solutions

The ghosts of the past: Pop music is haunted by our anxieties about the future

Are our fears of saying ‘no’ overblown?

Are fears of saying ‘no’ overblown?

Why are so many Australians taking antidepressants?

Anger, sadness, boredom, anxiety – emotions that feel bad can be useful

Millions of Australians have a chronic illness. So why aren’t employers accommodating them?

Fear of ageing is really a fear of the unknown – and modern society is making things worse

The contraceptive pill also affects the brain and the regulation of emotions

Mentors, nurture rooms and mindfulness: what schools can do to improve pupils' mental health

Working from home since COVID-19? Cabin fever could be the next challenge

Why you may feel depressed and anxious when you're ill – and how to cope with it

A beginner's guide to sound baths − what they are, how to choose a good one and what the research shows

Stressed out? Why mindfulness and meditation help us cope with the world

Matthew Perry died of 'acute effects of ketamine' – what you need to know about the drug

Hope brings happiness, builds grit and gives life meaning. Here's how to cultivate it

How to stay hopeful in a world seemingly beyond saving

What are young Australians most worried about? Finding affordable housing, they told us

Overwhelmed by group chat messages? You're not alone

Insomnia and mental disorders are linked. But exactly how is still a mystery

Our mood usually lifts in spring. But after early heatwaves and bushfires, this year may be different

Threats of failure motivate some students – but it's not a technique to use on the whole class

The 'Zoom effect' and the possible link between videochatting and appearance dissatisfaction

Early indicators of dementia: 5 behaviour changes to look for after age 50

Tyson Fury's Netflix series highlights the mental health challenges faced by Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities

Racial trauma has profound mental health consequence - a Black clinical psychologist explains and offers 5 ways to heal

Keeping your cool in a warming world: 8 steps to help manage eco-anxiety

Anxiety and stress really can be lowered through colouring – here’s what our research has found

Anxiety can often be a drag on creativity, upending the trope of the tortured artist

If anxiety is in my brain, why is my heart pounding? A psychiatrist explains the neuroscience and physiology of fear

Why is a messy house such an anxiety trigger for me and what can I do about it?

Zuranolone for postpartum depression: Hope, hype or both?

When being a new mum feels overwhelming, here's some expert advice on what you need to know

Medication can help you make the most of therapy − a psychologist and neuroscientist explains how

Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart

Back-to-school anxiety: seven tips to help children cope

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