The mental health sector was deemed a “winner” following Tuesday’s budget but some organisations still don’t feel like they are winning.
The budget’s blue edge
Jab delay keeps therapy pets away
While people over 50 in Perth can now get the jab, aged care residents are still missing some of their favourite visitors.
Waves of change
Women taking up surfing are changing the surfing industry. However, there is still a long way to go to break down lingering stereotypes.
For the fallen
The announcement of a royal commission into veteran and ADF member suicides is being welcomed by local support groups.
Nurture through nature
The Perth Kids’ Bridge is about to open, and experts say the connection to nature will benefit sick children.
The psychedelic renaissance
A new kind of help is available for those suffering with mental health issues – it’s just not in Australia.
Say ‘yallo’ in Dalyellup
Dalyellup is a small but growing town south of Bunbury, about to get a new community centre to support young families.
Man’s best therapist
Loki and Tara hope people from all walks of life can benefit from some puppy love.
WA budget for dummies
Everything you need to know about today’s state budget.
Spinning dysmorphic stigma
Body dysmorphia remains embedded in traditional performing arts as it struggles to gain media traction amid the 2020 crises.
R oUr kids OK online?
Internet access is increasing for young people and so are mental health issues.
Bottleneck in demand for mental health services
COVID-19’s psychological impacts are driving a surge of demand for treatment that WA’s mental health practitioners are struggling to keep up with.
COVID canoodling
Social distancing has highlighted how germy physical affection is. Why do we feel lonely without it?
Pride month about support and connection
Sydney Pride Festival 2020 offers free online entertainment, education and support.
A ‘push’ for change
Australians will be tested physically and mentally in the 2020 Push-Up Challenge to ‘push’ for better mental health
The return of Cold Nips
The community swimming group welcomes easing of restrictions on public gatherings.
Can he fix it? Yes he can
Men are turning to home renos and DIYs to support their mental health during isolation.