From trolls to triumph: How baby changed AFLW star’s life
After a harrowing experience with body shamers, AFLW star Maddy Prespakis says becoming a parent figure to Sophie Cachia’s baby has put things in perspective.
Can We Talk?
‘Devastating fallout’: Why we must talk about mental health
An Australian woman has shared how her colleagues helped after a family member’s mental health crisis — and why we need to know how to have conversations about wellbeing.
How CEO wards off ‘nasty figures’ in his sleep
Seeking professional help has been key to combating “nasty figures” that appear when Medibank chief executive David Koczkar is sleeping.
Why millennials are still living with their parents
Natalie Maciak is 35, studying her third degree, and lives at home with her parents. She is one of many millennials struggling to get ahead. This is why the generation is battling.
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Silent ‘epidemic’ plaguing Gen Z
Thousands of young Aussies are falling victim to a struggle that’s hard to pinpoint and even harder to talk about – the effects of which can literally make you sick.
Truth about Aussie’s ‘concerning behaviour’
An Australian influencer has revealed the mysterious symptoms that plagued her since her childhood, and how she finally got answers.
‘Broken’: Hidden side effect of Covid-19
An Australian healthcare worker says the Covid pandemic had an unrecognised toll on many, and shares the moment she realised it “broke” her.
The advice young Aussies need to hear
Young people are turning to social media for mental health support, before consulting professionals. But there are better places to start.
Why we must act now on mental health
Australia’s mental health system is underfunded and under-resourced, writes Medibank chief executive David Koczkar.
Simple ways to talk to your teen
With new research revealing families are struggling to discuss their mental health, a psychologist has detailed how to have a conversation with your teenager.
Biggest reasons for stress in our major cities
New research has revealed what’s worrying different Australian states.
‘Changes brains’: Scary phone warning
More than half of Australians are turning away from mental health professionals and to social media instead – possibly to “their own detriment”.
Huge news for struggling Australians
The Albanese government has made a huge announcement destined to help millions of struggling Aussies through the fight of their lives.
3am hospital visit reveals horror Aussie truth
A Sydney woman has revealed how two words written on an emergency room admission form exposes a huge problem facing Australia.
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