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13 March 2024
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Can domestic violence cause mental illness?
All kinds of domestic and family violence can have damaging and long-lasting impacts on survivors. This includes physical, sexual, financial, psychological, and emotional abuse, as well as coercive control. Research...
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Coercive Control Checklist
Coercive control is a dangerous form of domestic abuse that is used to manipulate, intimidate, and scare survivors. This type of abuse has been criminalised in some Australian states and...
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How to Lovingly Support an Older Veteran
As veterans age, it’s vital that they have a loving and supportive environment. Veterans may experience lasting effects and traumas that make ageing even more difficult. We offer some information...
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Returning to Work after Maternity Leave
Going back to work after maternity or parental leave can be hard. A lot of parents – especially mothers – would like to stay at home with bub for longer...
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Understanding an Ageing Loved One’s Mental Health
When a loved one ages, you may find that their behaviour or the way that they treat you changes. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the needs and demands of...
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Caring for Ageing Parents from Afar
Living far away from an ageing parent with declining health can be stressful for everyone involved. It’s important to find a balance that prioritises your elderly parent’s wellbeing while being...
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5 Long-Distance Tips for Military Couples
Every relationship takes work. But military or defence force relationships can face some unique challenges. Life in the defence force can require time away from home due to deployment, training,...
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Protective Factors for Mental Health
Everyone has mental health. And just like our physical health, the habits we form and lifestyles we live can have a significant impact on it. There are things we can...
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Resolving Family Disputes Concerning Ageing Parents
As your parent reaches old age, siblings may disagree on what’s best for the parent regarding important decisions and caretaking responsibilities. Siblings may have different opinions on matters such as...
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Healing from Emotional Abuse
Emotional abuse can have serious ongoing impacts on survivors. It can cause low self-esteem, isolation, and even mental health conditions such as anxiety or PTSD. But with time and the...
