Health
Bridging the psychology gap in regional Australia
According to the Australian Healthcare Index 2023, the majority of people who require professional mental health support prefer to see a psychologist over a general practitioner (GP) or psychiatrist,
Fee-free course sees nature therapy bloom
Fee Free TAFE is a joint initiative of the NT and Australian…
New research shows small lifestyle changes are linked to differences in teen mental health over time
Lifestyle changes can support better adolescent mental health.
Mental health of young Aussie women dropped 11 per cent – are Instagram & Snapchat to blame?
Self-reported mental health scores of females aged 15-24 declined between 2011 and…
TAFE course to boost massage therapist numbers to meet growing demand for pain management
Students are seeing more clients in their clinic with pain-related conditions.
Amidst urgent need for school counsellors, coroner recommends review of school suicide prevention policies
Coroner Elisabeth Armitage scrutinised the Education Department’s mental health supports during a…
Australian Institute of Family Studies guide encourages outdoor play for kids. And parents should follow their lead.
Dr MacDonald says it's always worth considering "the bigger picture" of green…
Practical ways educators can help support children’s well-being
To help educators create safe and healthy environments, and to promote positive…
Putting well-being at the heart of education makes a positive difference
Educator Professional Development, Well-being Navigators and School-based Well-being Hubs are three proven strategies that Schools Plus…
Teaching community sports clubs how they can help save lives
“The promotion of mental health and well-being in sporting environments is crucial…
Play-based learning helps children manage mental health concerns
“Despite the fact that demand for our services keeps growing, the federal…
Emotions don’t decide who you are: how to talk to your child about the new emotions in Inside Out 2
Much of Inside Out 2 is not only relatable but is also…
Community-led family violence education aims to shine a light on homeless children
IKEA and Save the Children have come together to help support survivors…
School garden grants launch encourages fresh thinking about food
“We have been partnering with schools to deliver preventative health education for…
Funding needed to help education program support students’ understanding of horticulture and agriculture sectors
The Farm Gate program hosted by Victoria's VEG Education may have to move to a…
What’s the difference between shyness and social anxiety?
Receiving a diagnosis of social anxiety disorder can be validating for some…
Data shows what 13,000 high school students think about vaping ahead of World No Tobacco Day
According to Life Ed, which is Australia’s largest provider of preventative health…
Parents are increasingly saying their child is ‘dysregulated’. What does that actually mean?
If emotion dysregulation is a persistent issue that is getting in the…
Wondering how to teach your kids about consent? Here’s an age-based guide to get you started
Communication about consent is best when it’s direct, free from judgement and…
