NewsBite

Can We Talk?

Can We Talk?

Young women in colorful outfits walk on an Ocean Drive crosswalk on their way to enjoy a Saturday night in South Beach.

Number of close friends you really need

New research has revealed the impact of close friends in your support network can have on mental health, and the number could be confronting to some.

EMBARGOED TILL JULY 25TH - 17/07/25. News Corps . Health. Rozelle, Sydney, NSW..Portraits of Alex Merton- McCann (green top, centre) with her friends Paula Woodcock (pink top, left), and Maddie Thomson (leopard top, right) taken in Rozelle.Photographs to illustrate perimenopause/menopause story.Alex says her friends have been a vital lifeline during her battle with perimenopause and menopause, including brain fog, depression and anxiety and low self esteem.Pics by Julian Andrews.

Hidden toll of menopause revealed

Nearly one in five women report a decline in mental health during menopause. Experts are calling for a “Me Too-style” movement to push it into the national spotlight.

0

Why you need to leave you group chat.

Why you need to leave your group chats

Group chat anxiety is on the rise in our always-connected society, and it’s having a devastating impact on many Australians.

Radio duo Will and Woody.

Moment host knew best mate ‘wasn’t OK’

Radio duo Will and Woody have been best mates since they were in school. But there was one moment that changed their relationship forever.

0

More Stories

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA : Newswire Photos - JANUARY 07 2025; A view of a cafe in Sydney's East, as most households are under pressure with the impact of the high cost of living. Picture: Newswire/ Gaye Gerard

Issue 1 in 3 Aussie families don’t talk about

It’s one of the most significant problems impacting Australian society today – and one that many parents and their kids have “never” discussed.

0

At Home 2023: April 1 issue, The Fixer, smells like teen spirit. Picture: iStockWhen she finally stops grouching?

Reason your kid is not listening to you

Teenagers are navigating a complex world of physical changes, peer pressures and identity formation, and it might be time for parents to change their approach.

Wednesday 23rd April 2025. Photo: Emma Styles with her daughters Suraya (15) & Kenya (17). Along with EmmaÃ¢â‚¬â¢s husband & mother, all live together and have dinner together five nights out of seven. Picture: Tim Joy

Nightly tradition keeping Aussie family close

New research shows not enough Aussie families are having critical conversations about mental health. But one nightly tradition is this family’s secret to supporting each other.

Dr Elizabeth Scott is Consultant Psychiatrist and Principal Research Fellow at The University of Sydney, and a member of theMedibank Mental Health Reference Group

The difference between regular anxiety and a disorder

Despite Australia’s reputation for a laid-back culture, the reality of poor mental health is affecting millions, writes Dr Elizabeth Scott.

0

News Corp Mental Health Campaign Case study: Steve Andrews started learning bass during Covid and says it saved him from turning to drinking, warded off bouts of depression and helps relieve stress.Steve has a band room at the back of the house, where he plays with his daughter Marla 6. Picture: David Caird

This one thing can transform my mood in 45 minutes

This has become the nation’s go-to coping strategy, providing an unexpected lifeline during the pandemic and beyond.

0

Depressed young girl uisng her phone while waiting for her traing on the subway

Real reason Gen Z are so sad

If it seems like all the younger people in your life are sad and anxious, you’re not imagining it – but the cause might not be what you’re expecting.

0

Influencer Sam Guggenheimer at her gym GRIPT. Working out is one of the ways she combats her mental health issues. For the Can We Talk campaign. Picture: Tim Carrafa

‘Darkest days’: Influencer’s ‘constant’ struggle

From depression to anxiety and an “aggressive” eating disorder, mental health challenges have been a constant part of a hugely popular Aussie influencer’s journey.

0

Jaimi hope to raise awareness for postnatal depression and anxiety. Picture: Supplied

‘Falling apart’: Mother’s lowest point

Throughout most of her life, Jaimi felt like she had everything together. As soon as she fell pregnant, her world turned upside down.

0

a a a a a a

‘Contagious’: Grim phenomenon grips Aus

There is a concerning phenomenon on the rise across Australia, with experts warning “something has to give”, and soon.

0

VideoMental Health

MELBOURNE, APRIL 9, 2025: *EMBARGOED FOR CAN WE TALK CAMPAIGN DO NOT USE WITHOUT SPEAKING TO HERALD SUN PICDESK* Western Bulldog Rory Lobb is opening up about the mental pain being bullied in high school cause him, and how he rose above to become resilient - something that serves him well when being trolled now. Picture: Mark Stewart

‘Really hard’: AFL star reveals challenge

Rory Lobb spent years dealing with a problem that drove him out of school. Now, the footy star is speaking out to encourage others to open up.

0

1
2
3
4
5
…
8

Original URL: https://www.themercury.com.au/topics/can-we-talk/page/3