mental health

View from inside an MRI scanner of a young woman about to be scanned

A study that showed changes in the brain in those at risk of developing bipolar disorder raises new hope about early intervention.

Students participating in taekwondo lessons

The refresh was inspired by broader definitions of sport brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic

A woman sitting on the toilet prepares to use some toilet paper

Two Australians with bipolar have been successfully treated with poo transplants, allowing them to come off, or reduce, their medications. Here’s where the science is up to.

Woman protests against Ukraine invasion

These mental health tips may help ease the unrest you might be feeling right now.  

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Art meets mental health in an immersive art project co-designed with people with lived experience of trauma from regional, rural and remote areas.

A young girl wearing surgical mask leans against a wall

Hospital data reveals an increased use of children’s mental health services after Sydney’s first lockdown in 2020.

2021 AMHP finalists

The breadth of this year’s finalists demonstrates the diverse and deeply compassionate work being undertaken in many challenging areas in mental health.

Two business women sitting near black full-glass panel window

As we embark on Mental Health Week 2021 and begin to emerge from months of lockdown, employee mental health is at risk. But there are ways to reinforce psychological safety, says UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel.

Young worried woman looking out the window

COVID-19 is a global pandemic. So why do we still feel ashamed by catching the virus?

child alone during lockdown

Becoming socially withdrawn or acting out are signs your child may be distressed. 

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