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Mindfulness Online
There is an increasing amount of interest in using the internet to help people become more mindful. Mindfulness is the quality of being fully engaged in whatever we are doing, free from distraction…
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Overcoming stigma in education and training
Taking part and progressing in education and training is critical to economic, social and cultural participation. For many Australians, engaging with education and training (in both formal…
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Overcoming stigma in sports, community groups and volunteering
Australians have a proud culture of participating in sports, community groups and volunteering. Participating in these activities has a wide range of benefits including staying active, social…
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NAIDOC Week celebrations of traditional arts and culture hold special meaning for Janine
As a proud Ngiyampaa woman and traditional owner here in Cobar, cultural things are very important to me. I feel a special connection to this year’s NAIDOC WEEK themed ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’…
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An Attitude of Gratitude
Gratitude, according to headspace’s blog, ‘means recognising the things that others have done for you, as well as what you have, rather than focusing on what you don’t.’ Sometimes this is easier said…
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In recent stories we have been looking at life habits that seem to protect…
People who do their homework are less likely to experience depression
Some of us may have left school long ago but there are surprising benefits to be gained by doing homework, even now.In recent stories we have been looking at life habits that seem to protect…
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IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally and supported by the Australian government since 1996. IDPwD…
Celebrating International Day of People with Disability
December 3 is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally and supported by the Australian government since 1996. IDPwD…
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For many of us, 2020 has a been a…
Enjoying a COVID-safe festive season
Thanks to the work of our communities, health professionals and governments, Australia is able to look forward to a COVID-safe festive and holiday season.For many of us, 2020 has a been a…
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People who socialise in person are less likely to experience depression
We are social animals. A lack of human contact will often go hand-in-hand with depression; one tends to exacerbate the other. Even if you enjoy your solitude, isolation can still be detrimental to…
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Out of touch - but not forever
Human beings are designed to function best in close contact with one another. When deprived of contact, we may develop mental health issues, so it’s no wonder that those who already live with mental…
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Overcoming stigma in employment and the workplace
Mentally healthy workplaces allow people to bring their "whole selves" to work. Everyone has the right to succeed in their chosen careers and feel safe and supported at work but many Australians…
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The hearing examined the training of health workers, including medical practitioners, nurses,…
Update on the Disability Royal Commission
In mid-December the Disability Royal Commission held its last public hearing for 2020.The hearing examined the training of health workers, including medical practitioners, nurses,…