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Shame amplifies the association between stressful life events and paranoia amongst young adults using mental health servicesShame is associated with a range of psychological disorders, and is a trans-diagnostic moderator of the association between stressors and symptoms of disorder.
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Factors associated with trajectories of psychological distress for Australian fathers across the early parenting periodEarly postnatal factors associated with fathers' persistent distress were identified, providing opportunities for early identification and targeted early...
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The relationship between personality traits and psychotic like experiences in a large non-clinical adolescent sampleOur findings suggest that the chance of having psychotic like experiences is more likely for adolescents with certain personality traits.
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Inequalities in healthcare provision for people with severe mental illnessThere are many factors that contribute to the poor physical health of people with severe mental illness (SMI), including lifestyle factors and medication side e
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Rates and types of hospitalisations for children who have subsequent contact with the child protection systemTo determine whether children who have child maltreatment allegation or substantiation have a higher rate of general hospital admissions and injury related admi
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No clear genetic influences on the association between dyslexia and anxiety in a population-based sample of female twinsIndividuals with dyslexia are at an increased risk for anxiety disorders (e.g. generalized anxiety disorder, stress disorders, panic disorder).
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Anxiety and DepressionAccording to the Young Minds Matter study, mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression are experienced by approximately one in seven or 560,000 young people in Australia. These disorders can often have a significant impact on children’s learning and development and on family life.
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Landmark youth mental health survey releasedResearchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia hope data obtained from the 2nd Australian wide survey of child and adolescent mental health will help government
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New collaborations to find better treatments for young people with depressionThe Kids Research Institute Australia welcomed Dr Paul Croarkin from the Mayo Clinic in the US to share his work on understanding and treating depression in young people.
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Call for mental health support for kids with asthmaA new study has found that young children with severe or persistent asthma are at higher risk of developing many common mental health problems.