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