Rising mental health issues in young Australians ‘deeply concerning’ Researchers are unsure about the reasons behind the increase, but GPs are well placed to provide young people the help they need.
Stepped-care model developed to improve youth mental health A new online service aims to help identify previously unknown students who are experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Social media and teens’ mental health Frequent use of social media can present particular risk to the mental health of teenage girls, according to new studies from the UK.
Funding necessary to help headspace meet growing demand for youth mental health services The Federal Government’s $51.8 million funding injection will help employ additional staff and expand clinical services.
Relaunch of online program to help teens with issues of mental health The Black Dog Institute’s BITE BACK program, which is available free to adolescents aged 12–18, has been updated with input from young Australians.
Assisting with patient concerns about a prevalent asthma medication Dr Kerry Hancock, GP and Chair of the RACGP Respiratory Medicine Specific Interests network, talks to newsGP about prescribing the asthma medication, montelukast.
Boost in federal funding for youth mental health The Federal Government will provide $100 million in funding to help Australian schools and communities assist young people experiencing challenges with mental health.