‘Fourth trimester’: a role for general practice
Notre Dame medical student Juan Stephen and Dr Ramya Raman explore how GPs can play a role in identifying postnatal depression. Read More...
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DNA and antidepressants
DNA analysis to predict antidepressant suitability. Read More...
Men’s mental health – the silent epidemic
One in eight men will experience depression and one in five men will experience anxiety during their lives. Men comprise approximately 75% of suicides in Australia. The number of men who die of suicide in Australia is nearly double the national road toll. Read More...
Support for families at the ready
As we see restrictions lifting, NGOs are seeing the “second wave” of anxiety and depression. Read More...
Depression in the Elderly
Knowing what to look for when it comes to risk factors leading to depression among older people is critical to understanding the different symptomology, diagnoses and treatments for this cohort. Read More...
Clinical: Managing behavioural problems in dementia care
Behavioural problems, in reality, are often why dementia sufferers come to reside in Residential Aged Care (RAC). It just gets too hard at home. The aim is that the facility provides a better environment for the resident, allowing family to spend quality time with their loved one. Read More...
Work Support: Medicine Keeping Up?
Perhaps medicine’s shifting gender balance holds the key in providing a more nurturing working environment suggests workplace counsellor Dana Topchian. Read More...
Depression and anxiety in Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes coupled with anxiety and depression is an untoward combination, increasing the risk of health complications. How can doctors screen for this combination and is it simple? Read More...