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Facebook doesn’t teach teenagers how to read emotions

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There is a growing body of evidence that suggests extended periods of time spent on the internet and … Read More »

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Meditation back to basics: Mental Silence

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Fulltime workers who used a traditional ‘silent’ form of meditation became much less stressed and depressed compared to … Read More »

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Depression tops mental health issues

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

26% of young people in Australia experience mental health issues, including depression each year. Dr Thomas Insel, Director … Read More »

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Generation Next Seminars 2011: Mental Health Professional events

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For Education, Health and Welfare Professionals. Generation Next is an exciting new initiative featuring a national seminar series … Read More »

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youthbeyondblue talks: Dealing with stress at exam time

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

With exams either underway or coming up, teenagers will be feeling the heat over the next few weeks. … Read More »

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Anxiety and Depression Awareness month: Video blogs

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October is Anxiety and Depression Awareness month. To highlight the effect both depression and anxiety can have on … Read More »

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Net Savvy: The Resilience Foundation

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

The Resilience Foundation October is Anxiety and Depression Awareness month. Raising our resilience has become a recognised way … Read More »

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Youthbeyondblue talks: support Anxiety and Depression Awareness Month

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beyondblue’s Anxiety and Depression Awareness Month each October is a chance for people from all walks of life … Read More »

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To medicate or not to medicate, that is the question?

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

25% of young people aged 16-24 experience mental health problems 75% of young people hospitalised in 2007-2008 was … Read More »

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Youthbeyondblue: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

In Australia, anxiety disorders are common. One in 25 teenagers (13-17 years old) experiences anxiety disorders in any … Read More »

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