depression

10 signs of adverse events and psychotropic medicines

In a bid to empower carers and minimise drug-related harm in older people, a recent study by Monash University has…

10 months ago

Half of Australians in aged care have depression. Psychological therapy could help

Tanya Davison, Swinburne University of Technology and Sunil Bhar, Swinburne University of Technology While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing…

1 year ago

Alino Living welcomes two therapy pups

Aged care provider Alino Living has introduced two 12-week-old King Charles Cavalier puppies, Molly and Lilly, to become furry companions…

2 years ago

Son and mother with dementia dead after ‘bad magic’ boat disappearance

A mother and son who went out to sea in a bid to banish “bad magic” from their lives were…

4 years ago

CSIRO work uses computer game to diagnose depression

Diagnosing depression and bipolar disorder might be as simple as a few clicks of a mouse. That’s what CSIRO research…

6 years ago

Half of ICU patients face psychological disorders after discharge: UK study

Patients discharged from the ICU frequently report symptoms of anxiety, PTSD or depression – and it could have major implications…

7 years ago

Positive outcome for mental health initiative targeting residential care

It is often challenging for older adults to make the transition into aged care. Many new residents experience grief as…

7 years ago

Depression therapies go head to head

Study compares effectiveness of two well-known treatments.  GPs are being called to participate in a world-first study exploring the treatment…

12 years ago

New look can help now

Don’t wait for the next generation of hospitals, a few changes can make current environments better for dementia patients. Admission…

12 years ago

Screening for COPD depression link

Research has found that depression and anxiety adversely affect prognosis for COPD patients, and even lead to increased mortality.  The…

12 years ago

Incontinence takes mental toll on women

Middle aged women are more inclined to suffer depression from incontinence, said University of Adelaide research. In a study of…

12 years ago

More emergency admissions for depressed older men

Older men suffering depression are at higher risk of hospitalisation for non-psychiatric conditions, according to a recent study. Published in…

12 years ago

Older men a suicide risk

More males over the age of 85 years are reported to commit suicide than in any other age group in…

13 years ago

Call to address postnatal health in men

One in ten men report high levels of psychological distress in the first year of fatherhood, new research has found.…

13 years ago

Misconceptions still surround depression: survey

Australians are still gravely misinformed about depression and how to support someone, said Beyondblue CEO, Kate Carnell. A NSW survey…

13 years ago

Website to help manage high rates of anxiety

The federal government and the Black Dog institute have launched an e-health initiative to support those living with anxiety. As…

13 years ago

Combating depression in new mums

Cathy Chapple has been named the Northern Territory’s nurse of the year for her commitment to developing perinatal mental health…

13 years ago

High rate of dementia misdiagnosis

Expert tells inquiry that other conditions such as depression can mimic the symptoms of dementia. Almost a third of dementia…

13 years ago

News in brief

Pregnant women sought for autism research Expectant mothers who already have an autistic child are being sought for a study…

13 years ago

Depression increases risk of heart disease: study

American research links poor mental health with cardiovascular disease Depression or a history of suicide attempts in people younger than…

14 years ago

Defence suicide rate lower than community

New insights into the mental health of Australia’s defence force. Australian defence personnel commit suicide at a lower rate than…

14 years ago

Lightening the load with team work

Collaborative care for the management of depression, heart disease and diabetes brings positive results. By Annie May. Practice nurses can…

14 years ago

Oz nurses more stressed

A new study finds Australian nurses report greater job strain than their New Zealand counterparts, writes Fiona Cassie. Australian nurses…

14 years ago

Psychiatrists warn of flood trauma

Governments urged to provide increased and targeted mental health services to affected people. People affected by the floods devastating Queensland…

14 years ago

Gap in care jeopardising recovery

Urgent action is needed to treat depression in cancer patients. The Australian College of Mental Health Nurses and the Australian…

15 years ago