by The Lighthouse | Nov 21, 2023 | Science, Technology
In a research first, an analysis of all the available evidence on the cognitive impacts of problematic screen use has shown it interferes with vital brain functions. Macquarie University psychology researchers have found that problematic screen use impairs a range of...
by Matilda Meikle | Aug 23, 2023 | Charity
$1.5 million is being injected into a pilot program aimed at protecting the mental health of fishers. The industry-specific mental health pilot program was first launched in 2019, and has already had success in commercial fishing communities around the country. Now,...
by Matilda Meikle | Apr 4, 2023 | Agriculture
Aussie farmers are suffering from poor mental health, and it’s up to everyone to help. New research has revealed that farming communities across the country are struggling with increasing depression and anxiety levels. The insight has left many calling for stronger...
by Lauren Lefever | Oct 8, 2022 | Business
According to researchers at the Australian Menopause Society, menopausal symptoms are becoming worse and worse for women, and are directly affecting them while at work. These symptoms are frequently misdiagnosed as mental illnesses or other conditions and can impact...
by Gemma Hart | Sep 26, 2022 | Business
In the lead up to the release of her book When The Light Goes Out, Dr Lisa Myers, Sydney-based psychiatrist and author, sat down with us to discuss the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our return to the workplace. With rising numbers of employees resistant...
