Psychological abuse can be hard to recognise but deeply damaging. Learn to identify the signs, understand its impact, and explore compassionate support.
Mental Health Checkups and a Continuum of Intervention
We routinely screen teeth and vision, but not the brain. It’s time for a national system of mental health prevention and care. Early detection can potentially save lives.
Adolescents with mental health conditions show different social media habits
Young people with a diagnosable mental health condition report differences in their experiences of social media compared to those without a condition, including greater dissatisfaction with online friend counts and more time spent on social media sites.
Nearly 1 in 5 men won't seek professional mental health, new report finds
A new report by Pilot, titled Man Up and get over it - Australian Men’s Health Laid Bare - has revealed the often silent struggles faced by men in Australia.
Mental health: ‘Shame is carried by people as a result of trauma. That sense of shame might be buried quite deep’
High prevalence of trauma exists in people seeking help with depression, anxiety or personality disorders, yet trauma itself isn’t always the focus, says clinical psychologist
How to Spot Misinformation About Mental Health Online
Combatting misinformation about mental health requires ongoing awareness campaigns, research, and educational initiatives. Health professionals, researchers, and policymakers must work together to ensure that communities have access to accurate and reliable information about mental health.
Taking Care Of Your Mental Health: An Obligation In 2025
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, taking care of your mental health has become more than just a personal goal—it is an essential obligation. With
For teens' mental health, strong friendships matter more than social media use, study finds
Teens who report strong, high-quality friendships tend to have better mental health—an influence that appears nearly three times stronger than the link between social media use and mental health challenges, ...
Language That Deepens Trauma Instead of Healing It
Words matter, and they can either heal or harm. By being mindful of our language, we can create a supportive environment that validates trauma survivors' experiences.
'If you're the bloke it's your fault': Why Jeffrey believed he couldn't be a victim of abuse
On average, men take longer to disclose childhood sexual abuse than women, and many struggle to access support services. Jeffrey* and Digger* are among them.
Social media isn’t the only cause of mental health woes among Texas youth
Social media’s danger on youth mental health has captured the attention of Texas lawmakers, at times, eclipsing focus on bigger threats — provider shortages and funding cuts to programs.