Depression
We all have moments in our lives when we feel sad, experience variations in our mood, or feel low. Depression is more than just a…
mental health
Anxiety!
Anxiety disorders are when anxious feelings do not go away. They are very common and affect one in every four Australians at some point in…
New Form & Electronic Recording – Advance Health Directives for Mental Illness!
The new Mental Health Act 2016 ( the ‘Act’) came into operation in Queensland on 5 March 2017. One of the initiatives under the Act…
Pain Sensitivity in Stress and Anxiety Disorders
Does sensitivity to pain alter in individuals who have chronic pain and anxiety disorders including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ?
Emerging Psychosis in Adolescents!
“Psychosis is relatively uncommon in adolescents, particularly under the age of 15 years. Statistics vary considerably, but generally the accepted prevalence in the population is one per 1 000”.
Focus on Recovery in Schizophrenia
The enclosed article is from the American Medical Association and discusses the concept of recovery in Schizophrenia.
Why is horizontal violence and bullying so rife in our workplace?
I have often asked myself, throughout my Nursing career, why are Nurses who are so adept at providing immense compassion to their patients in all sorts of unimaginable scenarios, so woeful at supporting and encouraging their colleagues.
Primary Mental Health Program in Australia for Youth!
Youth mental health is an important public health problem.’Approximately one in four young people have mental health problems but tend not to access services.
Psychiatric Staff do not Share Attitudes on Aggression!
‘The concept of a ward culture has been proposed as a reason for the often reported differences in treatment decisions when managing inpatient aggression.
Impact of Physical Environment of Psychiatric Wards
The physical environment of psychiatric wards can have a significant effect on the risk of clients being secluded.
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