What’s New – Past Updates

The following are past site updates from the 'What's New' section on our home page. 

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10th Feb 2012:  Depression Linked to Heart Attacks according to a study by Charles Sturt University.

7th Feb 2012: An interesting article on The Pros and Cons of Antidepressants.

3rd Feb 2012: People who use antidepressants are more likely to suffer a relapse according to recent research.

21st Jan 2012: Does the new DSM-5 risk increasing the stigma of mental illness?

1st Dec 2011: Psychiatrist Sidney Bloch talks about psychiatry in an Interview in The Zone.

28th Nov 2011: An article on Mental Health counselling cuts hit hard.

24th Nov 2011: Landmark Mental Health reform plan for NSW - Mental Health Commissioner must have lived experience of mental illness!

20 Nov 2011: A new study finds that Nearly a quarter of the world's workforce is depressed.

14 Nov 2011: New article: The incidence of Teen depression is increasing.

9 November 2011: SANE survey finds most people with a mental illness get no understanding from their employer, and many find it hard to keep their job because of a lack of flexibility.

8 November 2011:  After 10 years of Beyond Blue it might be time for something new says psychologist Lyn Bender

6 November 2011: Official figures show that More men accessing Medicare-funded MH services compared with five years ago.

3rd November 2011: A Grief & Mindfulness Workshop in Bendigo on 6th December

2nd November 2011: A new Research Project needs our help.

27th October 2011: Vicki shares a lovely story about Velvet the Depressed Rabbit

24th October 2011: Elfin's Story an inspirational story about how dNet helps!

23rd October 2011: New Research shows Vitamin D supplement may help depression!

19th October 2011: Submissions are being invited for the Parliamentary Inquiry into Workplace Participation by people with a mental illness.

17 October 2011: My story of hope by Kathy

12th October 2011: Shoalhaven Council are hosting a Beautiful Soul Workshop for adolescent depression.

9th October 2011: Discover Mental Health Week Activities in Adelaide ! 

8th October 2011: Enjoy a day at the Gold Coast Wellness Festival!

6th October 2011: Mental Health Week Launch on Sunday 9/10 in Federation Square Melbourne!

4th October 2011: Pathways is hosting a free Introduction to Mindfulness presentation on 12/10 in Geelong!

24th September 2011: The eCentre Clinic is trialing a number of online treatments!

19th September 2011: The Sydney Mindfullness Seminar on 14th October – great info and a discount for us!

9th September 2011: Menopausal women are needed to help with this research project.

6th September 2011: Participate in an online study to understand more about self harm.

2nd September 2011: Research shows that 'Supermum' attitude may lead to depression.

1st September 2011: A Research Project in Vic needs men and pregnant partners to look at depression in men.

29th August 2011: SANE Research says that lack of workplace support is costing jobs.

27th August 2011: An inspiring story encouraging us to hold no matter what.

26th August 2011: An article on the importance of young people NOT taking zoloft.

25th August 2011: Studies showing that foods with bad fats and video games can increase risk of depression.

15th August 2011: NSW Central Coast ARAFMI are holding 2 great events during Mental Health Week.

23th July 2011: A research project investigating how to choose the best antidepressant for each person, needs our help!

13th June 2011: "My story" by Vicki

7th Jun 2011: A research project needs our help! Fathers, or partners of men, who have suffered postnatal depression (PND) and who live in Sydney are needed to participate 

30 May 2011:  An article in The Australian Women's Weekly discusses Should children be given anti-depressants?

15 May 2011:  Scientists from Yale University in the US say they have found a gene that appears to play a key role in the onset of depression.

11 May 2011: Professor Patrick McGorry speaks to the ABC's Triple J's Hack about the Federal budget mental health funding changes.

7th May 2011: "My story" by Matthew.

21st April 2011: A research study needs our help! A research study into a new technique to diagnose depression and bipolar affective disorder, EVestG is being conducted at the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre.

9th April 2011: A research study needs our help! A research study into psychological distress in athletes needs people willing to complete an online or telephone questionnaire.

6th April 2011:  A research study needs our help! A research study to determine whether a new technique (ElectroVestibulography/EVestG) could be used as a way of objectively diagnosing depression and bipolar affective disorder.  You would be required to attend the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre.

6th April 2011:  A research study needs our help! A research study into psychological distress in athletes needs people willing to complete an online or telephone questionnaire. A pack of BioConcepts nutritional supplements valued at over $100 will be given to participants.

1st February 2011
"My story' by Timeline - now recovered!

31st January 2011
"My story' by QuietRock whose partner has depression

29th January 2011:  "My story' – of recovery & hope by Nightfairy

 11th December 2010:  In the news: More Bipolar Testing Needed

10th December 2010:  'My story' by Sonia, age 38

3rd December 2010:  'My story' by Emz, age 28 .

1st December 2010:  December's Book of the Month: Journeys with the Black Dog

22nd November 2010:  A research study needs our help! The Self Concept & Emotions study needs people willing to complete an online questionnaire.

18th November 2010:  'My story' by Michael, age 54