The Lonely Reality Behind Australia's Festive Season
Legal academic Emma Garlett explores why the pressure to be merry at Christmas can be isolating, offering practical advice for setting boundaries and finding true connection.
Category : Mental Wellbeing
What Perth Teens Taught Me About My Phone Addiction
A Perth journalist's candid revelation about smartphone dependency after a sobering lesson from local teenagers. Discover the impact on mental health and how to reclaim your focus.
Lake Macquarie man shares 35-year journey to sobriety
A Newcastle man, left in a wheelchair after a drug-fuelled crash, reveals how Narcotics Anonymous saved his life. His story of recovery offers hope amid rising local drug deaths.
The Importance of Christmas in Difficult Times
Amidst cost-of-living pressures and global conflicts, celebrating Christmas is a vital act of resilience and connection for Australian families. Discover why.
Torquay boy thrives after mum told to 'let him go'
A Torquay mother was told to prepare for the worst for her son, Leo. Now, with support from the Starlight Children's Foundation, he is thriving. Read his inspiring story.
Finding Light After Bondi: Small Joys in a Heavy Week
In the wake of the Bondi terror attack, columnist Nat Locke reflects on the heroes, community response, and the simple pleasures that sustain us. Discover the antidote to fear and division this Christmas.
Bondi Beach terror attack leaves 15 dead, nation mourns
Australia grieves after a horrific terror attack at Bondi Beach left 15 dead and dozens injured. The latest updates on the tragedy and a moving community tribute.
Building Courage: The Legacy of Bondi Hero Ahmed al Ahmed
After the Bondi tragedy, columnist Jenna Price explores how we can foster the bravery shown by hero Ahmed al Ahmed. Psychologist Erica Frydenberg offers actionable steps for building courage in ourselves and the next generation.
Mother's plea after Perth FIFO worker found dead
Jenny O'Bryne, mother of missing Perth FIFO worker William Carter, asks the public not to donate to a GoFundMe set up without family consent. Police confirmed his body was found after a 10-day search.
Council funds veterans' sailing for mental health support
Cockburn Council reverses staff advice to grant $5000 to Sailing On WA, supporting veterans' mental health through twilight sailing events. A 6-3 vote secures funding for the current season.
How to Give Grief Purpose After the Bondi Tragedy
In the wake of the Bondi Junction tragedy, Australians are experiencing collective grief. Here's how to channel that pain into meaningful action and community support.
Science-backed tips for your best festive season sleep
Struggling to sleep this busy festive season? Discover the sleep hygiene formula, from circadian rhythms to wind-down routines, to transform your nightly rest. Start sleeping better tonight.
Body found in search for missing Perth FIFO worker
WA Police have located a body believed to be missing 25-year-old FIFO worker William Carter. The Perth man vanished after being dropped at the airport on December 6.
Expert's Bondi Attack Trauma Coping Guide for Australians
Clinical psychologist Shuktika Bose shares vital steps for processing the Bondi attack trauma, from managing news exposure to talking with children. Learn how to steady your nervous system.
Bondi Beach terror attack leaves 16 dead
A horrific terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach by two gunmen has left at least 16 people dead. Read the latest updates on the tragedy and community response.
Townsville's heartbreaking suicide trend for men revealed
New data shows a devastating pattern of suicide in Townsville, with men diagnosed with mental illness at greatest risk. Experts call for urgent, targeted intervention.
WA Teens Lead Mental Health Revolution via Zero2Hero
Meet the WA teens behind Zero2Hero, empowering young people with mental health skills to prevent suicide. Discover how their peer-led workshops are creating change.
Social media ban cuts off teen lifelines, youth hubs needed
As Australia's social media ban for teens looms, experts warn it severs crucial support networks. Youth Action CEO Lauren Stracey argues for investment in physical youth hubs to combat the loneliness crisis.
Anxiety Aunt: Why I've Lost the Urge to Socialise
A reader in their early 50s asks Anxiety Aunt why they no longer feel like socialising. Get expert advice on social fatigue, burnout, and finding contentment at your own pace.
Dawn tribute for ex-police officer Mark Lucas
Friends and family gathered at dawn to honour former NSW police officer and Newcastle Knights player Mark Lucas, who died after battling PTSD. The memorial swim highlighted mental health support.
Coroner praises police and council after Redhead Bluff death
A NSW coroner has praised the response of police and Lake Macquarie City Council's suicide prevention measures following an inquest into a woman's death at Redhead Bluff. Read the full findings.
Fighting Festive Loneliness This Christmas
Psychologist Phillipa Brown shares expert advice on managing loneliness during the holidays. Learn how to reach out and find support, including telehealth services available on Christmas Day.
Finland's 8-Year Happiness Secret: Nature & Sisu
Discover how Finland's connection to nature and cultural concept of sisu have made it the world's happiest country for eight consecutive years. Learn their secrets to contentment.
Newcastle mates walk 60km for men's mental health
Three Newcastle friends are walking 60km from Nelson Bay to Newcastle to raise funds for men's mental health and suicide prevention. Join their Movember challenge.
Daughter's rage at father's suicide in Newcastle
Brianna Gunn, 27, shares her journey of rage and grief after her father Dave Graham died by suicide in 2020. She will speak at the Running Through Darkness charity event in Newcastle.
Corporate Boxing Event raises $210K for WA students
Perth's Corporate Boxing Event 2025 raised over $210,000 for Strong Minds Strong Schools, funding mental health programs for Western Australian students. Discover the highlights!
Mental health defence in father's murder trial
A Farmborough Heights man could be found not criminally responsible for his father's murder due to mental illness, the NSW Supreme Court has heard. Verdict expected in December.
Townsville Youth Survey Shows Mental Health Crisis
Mission Australia's youth survey reveals Townsville teens face higher mental health challenges than Queensland peers. Discover the critical findings and urgent call to action.
Mentally Ill Man on Trial for NDIS Home Murder
Chad Hardy, diagnosed with schizophrenia, stands trial for murdering his NDIS-funded housemate. The case raises questions about mental health support in group homes.
Love addiction: Why Australians choose wrong partners
New research reveals why many Australians struggle with toxic relationships. Discover the signs of love addiction and how AI chatbots highlight our need for connection.
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