CrazySocks4Docs message continues to grow Doctors across Australia and the world have donned crazy socks in a show of solidarity for colleagues who may be doing it tough.
New way of identifying men at risk of depression and suicide Developed by the University of Adelaide, the tool can reportedly flag men who have ‘up to 30 times’ the risk of suicidal ideation.
Why GPs’ self-care matters: Jono’s devastating story Dr Jonathan Morling took his own life earlier this year. His wife, Caroline, talks to newsGP about her drive to improve mental health outcomes for doctors.
Study questions antidepressant impact on quality of life People using antidepressants to treat depression have similar outcomes to those who do not, new research suggests.
Therapeutic psychedelics: Mental health ‘magic bullet’ or expensive trip? Interest continues to grow in the use of psychedelics to treat a variety of mental health conditions, but there is disagreement over whether existing research supports their wider use.
Good things take time: postnatal care We need better Medicare funding for postnatal care in general practice, writes Dr Deborah Carrington.
Targeted antenatal screening for social supports ‘essential’ Depression and anxiety among pregnant women is already high – but it significantly increases among those with low levels of support.
Study tracks mental health relapse post long-term antidepressant use Long-term antidepressant use is effective, but many people can come off them safely, new research suggests.
Mindfulness found to benefit trainee GPs A UK-based study has suggested that including mindfulness as part of training could help reduce burnout risk for new GPs.
Suicide toll highlights mental health challenges A new World Health Organization report lays bare the global toll due to suicide each year – and the challenges facing health professionals.