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Children 'invisible' in family violence support system

A survivor of childhood family violence has shared her experience grappling with the lifelong psychological and physical impacts of her childhood.

AAP · Apr 7

Excessive social media found to harm teenagers’ mental health – but experts say moderation may be key

Exclusive: Mission Australia survey finds moderate social media users were as likely to seek help from parents as low users

The Guardian - AU · Jun 25, 2025

Turns Out We’re All *Vastly* Overestimating How Much Our Govt Spends On Mental Health

“There is a deep silence from Canberra when it comes to youth mental health."

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 19, 2025

‘They are despairing’: climate crisis weighs heavy on mental health of young Australians

A survey shows anxiety about the environment is prominent among teenagers, including Ruby Bron who feels ‘helpless’ about the future

The Guardian - AU · Apr 19, 2023

'She was so loved, if only she knew how much'

When she hears a song that her daughter liked, the tears return.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 7, 2022

CBD helps ease chronic anxiety: study

A drug made from cannabis plants has been effective in treating a group of young patients who hadn't responded to anything else, a preliminary study has found.

AAP · Aug 3, 2022

Surging rate of mental ill-health in young people and women shows need for reform, advocates say

A surge in mental health disorders among young people and women highlights a need for dramatic reform and steps to address rising inequality, advocates say.

ABC News · Jul 23, 2022

Survey highlights COVID-19 impact on youth

Gender diverse people and students have reported higher proportions of negative impacts from COVID-19 in various aspects of their lives, including mental health

AAP · May 24, 2022

Former Australian of the Year says Liberal MP Fiona Martin selectively quoted him in political endorsement without his knowledge

A former Australian of the Year and mental health advocate says Liberal MP Fiona Martin's campaign has selectively quoted him in a re-election endorsement for her without his knowledge.

ABC News · May 11, 2022