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What jargon is used in mental health?

(5 days ago) WEBType: Glossary. Produced by: Mental Health Coordinating Council. Psychobabble: the little red book of psychiatric jargon. Psychobabble was compiled in response to a demand from people diagnosed with ‘mental illness’ to understand psychiatric jargon “ our take on the words used by them (and sometimes us) about us.”. Type: Booklet.

https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/psychosocial/foundations/Pages/jargon.aspx

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Terminology and language health.vic.gov.au

(5 days ago) WEBTerm. Definition. Co-design. Co-design brings citizens and stakeholders together to design new products, services and policies. Key terminology: Expert mindset: where decisions are based on the prior knowledge and experience of experts. Participatory mindset: where decisions are based on the consensus of the group.

https://www.health.vic.gov.au/mental-health-reform/terminology-and-language

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Wellbeing language & definitions guide - Mental Health …

(1 days ago) WEBspiritual, environmental, ideological, political, social, economic, mental and physical. Crucially, it must be understood that when the harmony of these inter-relations is disrupted, Aboriginal ill-health will persist.” 7 “Connection to country” is a fundamental basis for Aboriginal concepts of physical, cultural and spiritual health.

https://www.nswmentalhealthcommission.com.au/sites/default/files/2021-05/language-and-definitions-guide-web.pdf

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Prevalence and impact of mental illness - Mental health - AIHW

(6 days ago) WEBLong-term health condition. In the HILDA survey, a long-term health condition is one that restricts everyday activities and has lasted or is likely to last for six months or more. Mental Health Inventory-5 (MHI-5) The MHI-5 is a questionnaire used to screen for depressive and anxious symptoms. It consists of 5 questions about how people have

https://www.aihw.gov.au/mental-health/overview/prevalence-and-impact-of-mental-illness

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About mental health - Department of Health and Aged Care

(9 days ago) WEBIn an emergency, call 000. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Australia. If you need help now, call: Lifeline – 13 11 14; Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800; Mental Health Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team in your state/territory; Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636.; Find a list of services that can help you right now at Head to Health

https://www.health.gov.au/topics/mental-health-and-suicide-prevention/about-mental-health

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Australia's mental health system - Mental health - AIHW

(Just Now) WEBOverview. Mental health is a key component of overall health and wellbeing (WHO 2021). In any year in Australia, an estimated 1 in 5 people aged 16–85 will experience a mental disorder (ABS 2022). A person’s mental health affects and is affected by multiple factors, including lower (by SES status) access to services (health and/or other

https://www.aihw.gov.au/mental-health/overview/australias-mental-health-services

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What is mental health? - Beyond Blue - Beyond Blue

(5 days ago) WEBMental health definition. Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/what-is-mental-health

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National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing, 2020-2022

(2 days ago) WEBThere were 4.3 million Australians aged 16–85 years with a 12-month mental disorder. Of these, 1.9 million (45.1%) saw a health professional for their mental health in 2020–2022: 35.5% of people with a 12-month mental disorder saw a general practitioner for their mental health and 21.3% saw a psychologist.

https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/health/mental-health/national-study-mental-health-and-wellbeing/latest-release

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Australian mental health services healthdirect

(5 days ago) WEBHere is a list of mental health telephone helplines. You can call Head to Health on 1800 595 212 for advice and to get connected to local mental health services. Check the operating times. The Head to Health website provides information on how to navigate the mental health system, live well and find help.

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-mental-health-services

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Appendix C: How to talk about mental illness

(6 days ago) WEBThese may include mental health problems, mental disorder, mental health condition and psychiatric disability. These different terms may refer to the extent of their condition and whether it has been formally diagnosed. If you are unsure about what language to use when talking to a worker about their mental health status, simply ask them what

https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/appendix-c-how-talk-about-mental-illness

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Overview of mental health services in Australia

(6 days ago) WEBMental health is a key component of overall health and wellbeing (WHO 2021). In any year in Australia, an estimated 1 in 5 people aged 16–85 will experience a mental disorder (ABS 2022). Mental health affects and is affected by multiple socioeconomic factors, including a person’s access to services, living conditions and employment status

https://www.aihw.gov.au/getmedia/4d8fa4aa-80df-4832-89cb-6d9098fe7e37/overview-of-mental-health-services-in-australia.pdf.aspx

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What we're doing about mental health

(5 days ago) WEBIn an emergency, call 000. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Australia. If you need help now, call: Lifeline – 13 11 14. Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800. Mental Health Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team in your state/territory. Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636.

https://www.health.gov.au/topics/mental-health-and-suicide-prevention/what-were-doing-about-mental-health

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Mental Health Australia

(4 days ago) WEBMental Health Australia is the peak, national non-government organisation representing and promoting the interests of the Australian mental health sector and committed to achieving better mental health for all Australians. It was established in 1997 as the first independent peak body in Australia to truly represent the full spectrum of …

https://mhaustralia.org/

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Mental Health Atlas 2020 Country Profile: Australia

(4 days ago) WEBMental Health Atlas 2020 Country Profile: Australia. 15 April 2022. Technical document. Download (593.4 kB)

https://www.who.int/publications/m/item/mental-health-atlas-aus-2020-country-profile

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Glossary - Mental Health Literacy

(5 days ago) WEB146 Glossary Acute: means that something (usually a disorder or a symptom) has come on quickly with a high degree of impact on a person. Addiction: is continuing to use a substance (for example: alcohol or cocaine) for nonmedical purposes despite wanting or trying to stop using it. Addictions have a negative impact on many areas of a person’s …

http://mentalhealthliteracy.org/schoolmhl/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/mental-health-glossary.pdf

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2023 Report to the Nation Mental Health Australia

(9 days ago) WEBWednesday, September 13, 2023. Mental Health Australia’s 2023 Report to the Nation provides a “pulse-check” of the mental health and wellbeing of people in Australia. Over half of Australians say rising cost of living is having a big impact on their mental health, and one in five have found cost to be a barrier to accessing mental health

https://mhaustralia.org/report/2023-report-nation

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Clinical Practice Guidelines : Mental state examination

(8 days ago) WEBA Mental State Examination (MSE) is a part of every mental health assessment. Interpretation of the MSE must keep in mind the patient’s age and developmental level. If there is any indication of current suicidal or homicidal ideation in the child or adolescent they must be referred for further assessment by a mental health clinician.

https://www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Mental_state_examination/

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Clinical Abbreviations List - South Eastern Sydney Local Health …

(9 days ago) WEBARBD Alcohol related brain damage (mental health) ARDS Adult/acute respiratory distress syndrome ARF Acute renal failure ARM Artificial rupture of membranes AROM Active range of movement (physio) ARPKD Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease ART Antiretroviral therapy

https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/groups/Executive_Services/Clinical%20Abbreviations%20List%20-%20SESLHDPR%20282.pdf

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Mental Health Calendar National Mental Health Commission

(5 days ago) WEB10 October. World Mental Health Day / World Homeless Day. 13 - 19 October. National Carer's Week. 12 - 18 November. Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Awareness Week. 19 November. International Men's Day.

https://www.mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/mental-health-calendar

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Burden of Mental Disorders and Suicide Attributable to Childhood

(7 days ago) WEBImportance The proportion of mental disorders and burden causally attributable to childhood maltreatment is unknown.. Objective To determine the contribution of child maltreatment to mental health conditions in Australia, accounting for genetic and environmental confounding.. Design, Setting, and Participants This meta-analysis …

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2818229

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Glossary - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare

(3 days ago) WEBaffective disorders: A set of psychiatric disorders, also called mood disorders. The main types of affective disorders are depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorder. Symptoms vary by individual and can range from mild to severe. age-specific rate: Rate for a specific age group.

https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports-data/australias-health/summaries/glossary

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Up to 40pc of mental health conditions are linked to child abuse …

(3 days ago) WEBThe research has found that childhood maltreatment is responsible for up to 41 per cent of common mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, self-harm and suicide

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-09/child-neglect-abuse-linked-mental-health-sydney-university-study/103818552

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Long-term impact of online school-based mental health and …

(9 days ago) WEBStudy: Effectiveness of a universal, school-based, online programme for the prevention of anxiety, depression, and substance misuse among adolescents in Australia: 72-month outcomes from a cluster

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240503/Long-term-impact-of-online-school-based-mental-health-and-substance-abuse-program-A-72-month-study-in-Australia.aspx

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Mental health findings for LGBTQ+ Australians

(2 days ago) WEBMental health is a key component of overall health and wellbeing. It underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build relationships and shape the world we live in.¹. Community connectedness and positive relationships can act as protective factors creating a sense of belonging and affirming identify and value for …

https://www.abs.gov.au/articles/mental-health-findings-lgbtq-australians

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Childhood upbringing linked to mental health conditions - The …

(6 days ago) WEBThe impact of child abuse and neglect in Australia causes nearly half of common mental health conditions, a study has found. A University of Sydney study found childhood maltreatment accounted for

https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/national/2024/05/09/childhood-mental-health-conditions

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Keep the money. It's yours. Mental Health Australia

(2 days ago) WEBIt was established in 1997 as the first independent peak body in Australia to truly represent the full spectrum of mental health stakeholders and issues. Mental Health Australia members include national organisations representing consumers, carers, special needs groups, clinical service providers, professional representative bodies, public and

https://mhaustralia.org/general/keep-money-its-yours

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Scam statistics Scamwatch - Australian Competition and …

(7 days ago) WEBThe ACCC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Australia on which we live and work. We acknowledge their connection to this Country and pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/research-and-resources/scam-statistics

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Glossary - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare

(5 days ago) WEBMETeOR identifier: 678967. Acute: A medical condition that comes on suddenly, and lasts for a limited time. Acute care: Care in which the intent is to perform surgery, diagnostic or therapeutic procedures in the treatment of illness or injury. Management of childbirth is also considered acute care.

https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports-data/myhospitals/content/glossary

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