Surf therapy combines cognitive behavior therapy with physical activity and the challenge of surfing. Recent studies have found that it can help to reduce symptoms of depression and PTSD.
Mental Health
Keep fit in middle age to avoid latelife depression
People with a higher level of fitness in middle age had a lower incidence of depression when they got older.
Adolescents: advice for parents
Adolescence is often a difficult time for parent and child. Get some tips on parenting adolescents.
Bullying
By being aware of the signs of bullying and knowing the best ways to tackle the problem, you can help your child deal with bullying before it gets out of hand.
Video: One in 4 Australians is lonely
An online survey has found a quarter of Australians feel lonely 3 days of every week and 1 in 5 Australians feel they have no-one to talk to or turn to for help.
Antipsychotic medication
The best treatment for psychotic illness usually includes a combination of antipsychotic medication, psychological therapy and community support.
Medicinal cannabis: Professor Scheffer extended interview
Professor Ingrid Scheffer, paediatric neurologist, discusses the use of medicinal cannabis in children with severe epilepsy, outlining which types of epilepsy medicinal cannabis is most useful for, and the possible side effects.
Cannabis psychosis
Cannabis use can cause you to experience psychotic symptoms, here’s what research says about cannabis use and psychosis.
Video: Losing weight helps your partner shed too
New research has found that when someone makes a commitment to losing weight, they may not only be helping themselves. Their partner may shed some excess kilograms too, even if they aren’t trying!
Depression: Q and A
Depression is very common, affecting more than one in 5 people in Australia in their lifetime. Get answers to commonly asked questions about depression.
