Mental Health

Every day, through the very nature of their position, midwives play an integral role in the fascinating, and overwhelmingly joyful, process of welcoming new life into the

The way parents handle their marriage breakdown and separation, rather than separation itself, is the primary contributor to how children are affected by the experience.

Growing up, Peter Burge assumed being a father would be something that came naturally. His wife Kate became pregnant relatively easily, though the experience

The risk of developing an addiction can stem from a number of different causes, from psychological and physical conditions, to relationship or social reasons.

Many people know that mothers are at risk of anxiety and depression during pregnancy and after the birth of their baby. But it’s a lesser-known fact that many new fathers

While they might not be familiar with the technical term, for most midwives, one of the most rewarding elements of their job, is ‘compassion satisfaction’.

 Burnout is at increasingly high levels within the nursing profession, according to theatre nurse and founder of The Happy Nurse, Elaina Mullery, who says around 40 per

As a profession, nurses are already under considerable pressure, so when health crises break out, such as the unprecedented COVID-19, their stress levels can skyrocket.

Gender diverse children can experience high levels of emotional distress due to societal expectations around gender expression. When gender diverse children do not feel that

Mental health specialist nurses primarily concentrate on psychological and emotional health, providing support to clients who have conditions such as depression, anxiety,

“Physiotherapy in mental health aims to optimise wellbeing and empower the individual by promoting functional movement, movement awareness, physical activity and exercises,

As the number of Australians dealing with mental health challenges increases, so too does the demand for qualified mental health nurses. In its current state,

Awareness of mental health issues among children is growing, with increasing numbers of children seeking treatment for a variety of conditions. But when it

While extremely rewarding, the nature of the work involved with nursing can have an impact on mental health if proper self-care isn’t undertaken. For

As children report higher rates of stress than ever before, with Mission Australian citing mental health as the number one concern for young Australians aged 15 to 19, the

From an early age, registered nurse, Emma Selby, loved the idea of caring for people, along with the diversity that came with nursing in the 21st century. Enjoying

Mental illness is common, with one in five Australians experiencing a mental illness in any given year and almost half (45 per cent) affected in their lifetime. Sadly, 54

Access to mental healthcare should be readily available and regular psychological assessment routine within aged care facilities, as increasing numbers of elderly residents

Continuity of midwifery care plays an instrumental part in the successful identification and management of postnatal depression, says Professor of Perinatal Mental Health

Psychologists and psychotherapists are playing an increasingly important role in preventing violence against women, as growing numbers of men are presenting to mental health