‘Not doing enough’: Experts’ call on state’s latest teen tragedy
The latest tragedy to rock a Queensland school has sparked a chorus of experts demanding tougher action against social media giants.
Mental Health
Revealed: Top five ways to protect your teen from cyber bullying
As Australians face a generational mental health crisis, experts have weighed in on how we can best protect our young people.
‘My life fell apart after ignoring burnout signs as a working mum’
Balancing parenting and a demanding job, Peta never stopped — until she had a breakdown that forced her to re-evaluate her life.
Only now does my lifelong stalker finally have a name
Since Kelli Armstrong was a little girl, she has been stalked by a mysterious shadow attacking her mind and spirit. At last, 40 years on, she has a diagnosis. WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT
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Shearer’s mission to help others after brother, mate died by suicide
A shearer whose brother and close mate both took their own lives says the heartbreak drove him to sell his property to build a platform supporting others in the industry doing it tough.
Getting bored easily is one of 11 signs of this little-known disorder
Psychologist Carly Dober breaks down a disorder that is often mistaken for narcissism in men. She says it’s not a character flaw but a call for understanding and support.
One in eight Qlders think about taking their own lives
Everyday stressors including relationship breakdowns and bills have outstripped mental health as factors behind people having thoughts of suicide, shock new data reveals.
Editor’s view: Help is available, just reach out
Too many people still refuse to seek help when the trials of the world threaten to overwhelm them, writes the editor.
We’re tradies – why we’re ditching tradition of going to the pub
A new generation of tradies have spoken about how they are less interested in going to the pub to drink and instead want to prioritise their health.
‘Six-pack a night’: War vets tell of ADF drinking culture to save lives
Two young Aussie war vets have revealed more about how drinking is both a bonding ritual and a dangerous crutch for coping with stress after working for the ADF. Watch the video.
‘End it all’: Olympic legend’s shattering admission
Swimming champ Leisel Jones has shared a raw mental health update just weeks after opening up about her suicidal moment.
What’s behind the spike linked to Qld’s worst alcohol death rise
New data shows Queensland has recorded the nation’s biggest rise in alcohol-related deaths, with young adults hit hardest and hospitalisations soaring.
‘Gamechanger’: Secret to cracking Gen Z kids
Half of parents of 16 to 30-year-olds are uncomfortable talking to their children about their wellbeing, although a third want to. This is why they don’t.
My daughter died waiting for help, we were turned away 21 times
When Isla Marschke died at 14 she had already been turned away from 21 psychology practices in regional Queensland.
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