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Early signs of psychosis in young people

Posted on by Helen Splarn

A person with psychosis ‘loses touch with reality’: they may have disorganised thoughts, hallucinations or delusions and find … Read More »

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Drugs and teens: who’s been up to what in the last week?

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Here is a snapshot of the lives of many teenagers in the last week and what they  have … Read More »

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2012 Seminars: Mental Health & Wellbeing Seminars

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

Generation Next is hosting a series of Mental Health & Wellbeing Seminars around Australia during 2012. Generation Next brings together Australia’s Leading Experts on Children & Teenagers in one Event to give education and health professionals a seminar series and supporting resources aimed at protecting and enhancing the wellbeing of our children and teenagers. Read More »

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2012 Seminars: Mental Health & Wellbeing Seminars

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

Generation Next is hosting a series of Mental Health & Wellbeing Seminars around Australia during 2012. Generation Next … Read More »

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Youth Film Competition: Get Ya Head Right 2012

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

“Get Ya Head Right 2012”  The Young People’s Film Competition About Mental Health and Wellbeing. We invite you … Read More »

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Alcohol causes cancer: new data!

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

A study has suggested that women who frequently drink are up to 30% more at risk of developing … Read More »

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Girl’s binge drinking is putting them at risk

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

10% of teenagers are putting they health at risk by binge drinking 10% of teenagers binge drink once … Read More »

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Ban beer and bring down crime rates

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

Banning beer would be the most efficient way to bring down Australia’s murder rate, a recent study Population … Read More »

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Free Seminar: Generation Next – Public Parenting Seminar

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

This is a free seminar that is open to the public, especially parents and care givers. Seats are … Read More »

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Smoking pot can lead to mental health issues

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

Many people, including regular cannabis users, argue that there is no link between using cannabis and the onset … Read More »

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