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Latest news: Mental Illness

'Cracks' in NDIS led man to seek prison return instead

'Cracks' in NDIS led man to seek prison return instead

Jayden Conroy was stabbed 11 times while behind bars but faced with inadequate NDIS support on the outside, he sought to return to prison life.

Mental health crisis unfolding in ED departments

Mental health crisis unfolding in ED departments

Mental health crisis unfolding in ED departments

Mental health crisis unfolding in ED departments

Australia’s public hospitals are under scrutiny as data shows rising mental health presentations are pushing the system to its limits.

Australian views of mental health mapped for first time

Australian views of mental health mapped for first time

Australian views of mental health mapped for first time

Australian views of mental health mapped for first time

A majority of Australians believe the nation is facing a mental health crisis, but a study reveals the divergence of their beliefs on the topic.

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Homeless deaths an indictment on support systems

Homeless deaths an indictment on support systems

Australians experiencing homelessness are more likely to die from overdose, suicide or coronary heart disease, with potentially nine avoidable deaths every day.

Mum sedated four times by medics before overdose death

Mum sedated four times by medics before overdose death

A "pleasantly psychotic" woman seeking treatment for mental illness was sedated four times in a day by health staff before she died, an inquest has been told.

Black hole looms as workers comp scheme expands

Black hole looms as workers comp scheme expands

Victims of bullying and sexual harassment can now seek redress under Australia's largest workers compensation scheme, but questions remain about its viability.

Over half of Aussie men meet criteria for loneliness

Over half of Aussie men meet criteria for loneliness

With a growing number of Australian men suffering the effects of loneliness, a "meet a mate" campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of connection.

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Agent buys cut-price home of retiree with Alzheimer's

Agent buys cut-price home of retiree with Alzheimer's

Agent buys cut-price home of retiree with Alzheimer's

Agent buys cut-price home of retiree with Alzheimer's

A real estate agent has been suspended after buying an vulnerable man's home at $500,000 below market value, despite claims she was doing the "right thing".

Gambling harm impacting mental health and relationships

Gambling harm impacting mental health and relationships

Gambling harm impacting mental health and relationships

Gambling harm impacting mental health and relationships

Gambling rates are on the rise in Australia with the practice linked to serious issues including suicidal thoughts, domestic violence and financial stress.

'Practical' plans to prevent suicide pass parliament

'Practical' plans to prevent suicide pass parliament

'Practical' plans to prevent suicide pass parliament

'Practical' plans to prevent suicide pass parliament

Government debt collectors and other staff will have to put suicide prevention front of mind under laws to prompt practical change and save lives.

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

New fathers can struggle to adjust to the realities of parenthood but often don't seek professional help when navigating mental health challenges.

Women living longer, but facing barriers to health care

Women living longer, but facing barriers to health care

Women living longer, but facing barriers to health care

Women living longer, but facing barriers to health care

Despite living longer than men, women's health outcomes vary across their lifetimes when it comes to mental health, chronic illness and reproductive care.

Don't tough it out: tradies' mental health in focus

Don't tough it out: tradies' mental health in focus

Don't tough it out: tradies' mental health in focus

Don't tough it out: tradies' mental health in focus

For years, tradies were told to "toughen up and live with it" if they faced mental health challenges, but now the industry is tackling them head-on.

Younger Australia is facing a loneliness 'epidemic'

Younger Australia is facing a loneliness 'epidemic'

Younger Australia is facing a loneliness 'epidemic'

Younger Australia is facing a loneliness 'epidemic'

Nearly half of young Australians feel lonely, with experts warning digital life, the cost of living and lack of connection are fuelling a growing crisis.

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Gaza war inflicts distress on Arab-Aust women: study

Symptoms of panic disorder and psychosocial stress have been detected among women with ties to Middle East war zones, as researchers warn of dire consequences.

'God, please': sobs as cops beat naked woman

Shocking video footage has been played in court of two police officers kicking, wrestling and pepper spraying a naked woman having a psychotic episode.

Multiple crises lead to spike in mental health issues

Cases of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts spike drastically when people are grappling with multiple crises, new data shows.

Drought and taxes pile on mental pressure for farmers

The ongoing challenges of extreme weather and new emergency services taxes are making the mental pressures experienced by farmers harder to bear.

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New dads mental struggle can impact children's health

As one-in-10 new dads experience a mental health challenge, research has found a father's mental health can potentially affect their child's development.

Coming out an 'indelible memory' with lasting impacts

One in two LGBTQI young people experience parental rejection when they come out, an occurrence that can prompt years of shame and mental anguish.

Loneliness back in top causes of raised suicide risk

Economic pressures and personal and family relationship breakdowns are still the leading causes of distress for Australians but loneliness is rising.

'Bad process': contentious workers comp reforms delayed

A bulging compensation scheme, that would cost taxpayers $5 million a day if left unreformed, a government says, is being further examined in a probe.

Men urged to reach out for judgment-free support

A survey of Australian men has found many are struggling with personal and mental challenges but often do not know where to turn to for help.

Tears and hope as families mourn Bondi stabbing victims

As a five-week inquest into a mass killing wrapped up, families of the victims have detailed their grief, anger and hope the tragedy will never be repeated.

Rainbow buildings to highlight 'invisible' issue

More than 60 per cent of LGBTQI people report having experienced domestic or family violence, but for many support is limited or inaccessible.

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