The health system needs to address the burden of over-use of GP services. Psychologists may have the answer: treat loneliness
Loneliness is contagious – and here’s how to beat it
Shifting your perceptions and practicing social skills can help people overcome their feelings of social isolation
Loneliness is a health issue, and needs targeted solutions
Unmet social needs are no small matter - as a growing body of mental health research is showing
The deadly truth about loneliness
The quality of relationships is more important than the quantity when it comes to loneliness, and health researchers are paying increasingly close attention to the mental health implications
Is digital distraction just another modern day parenting beat-up?
The evidence is still emerging about the psychological cost of mothers and fathers being distracted by phones and tablets
Australia’s hidden epidemic of alcohol harm
Drinking too much alcohol in pregnancy may have a drastic impact on babies' brain development. But too often Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is overlooked as a cause of children's behavioural and learning issues
How to choose a psychologist for your child
Taking the first step can be daunting. But these simple questions can help you find the right psychologist for your young ones
What your company needs to know about sexual harassment
The effects of unwanted sexual advances on victims – or those who work with them – are serious
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The practical skills you needs to prevent and overcome depression
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Depression can be defeated. Dr Michael Yapko draws on 40 years of experience and the latest research to reveal the factors that fuel the mood disorder and the simple psychological skills that help people recover
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