Psychology
Robert Farquharson’s lost psychological report revealed
The report was buried in Victoria Police files for decades – until now. It remains the only attempt made to get the bottom of what motivated a man convicted of killing all three of his children.
- by Michael Bachelard and Ruby Schwartz
Latest
Someone is stalked in my new book but 13 years ago it happened to me
It started in seemingly benign ways: random Skype calls and DMs. Then he started turning up closer to my house.
- by Pip Drysdale
The phrase ‘holding space’ has gone viral. But what does it mean?
While the press tour for the movie adaptation of Wicked has made the term go viral, holding space isn’t new. Here’s what it means.
- by Lauren Ironmonger
Exclusive
Mental health
School students may lose mental health support after funding clampdown
The Victorian government has quietly cut funding for provisional psychologists in state schools, making it even harder for young Victorians to access mental health support.
- by Broede Carmody and Brittany Busch
For 20 years, Allan couldn’t sleep. Five weeks changed his life
Cognitive behavioural therapy is the first line of treatment for insomnia, but it is expensive and very few know about it.
- by Angus Thomson
Are different political opinions a relationship deal-breaker?
Being on different sides of the political fence doesn’t have to mean the end of a relationship.
- by Emily Kaine
What is medium talk and how do you master it?
Navigating the conversational grey area between small talk and deeper conversations can be tricky. Here’s how to do it.
- by Lauren Ironmonger
Opinion
Real life
Buy shares, take a swim, and all the other things I’d tell my younger self
When I look back at photos of my sweet chubby teenage face it’s like I’m looking at an entirely different person. Imagine if you could turn back time and give that person some advice.
- by Kate Halfpenny
Perth psychologist struck off over sex with vulnerable clients
Antonio Graneri was banned from practising for nine years after having sex with patients in his office, including one encounter immediately after a woman’s marriage counselling session.
- by Rebecca Peppiatt
It’s never too late to reconnect with your sibling. Here’s how
If Noel and Liam Gallagher can reconcile, almost anyone can. Here are some expert tips on how to bury the hatchet with a sibling.
- by Nell Geraets
Opinion
Sunday Life
Want to test your friendships? I have devised the perfect formula
I call it the “shopping mall test” and it helps protect my future self from aggravation.
- by Kerri Sackville
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