Category: Mental Health

Selective mutism is an anxiety disorder in which a child who can speak is consistently unable to speak in certain situations, such as at…

The Conners 4 assessment and the Vanderbilt assessment scale are rating questionnaires that parents, teachers, and sometimes young people complete to describe a child’s…

Some online mental health tests are accurate. A good mental health test can show that your symptoms follow a pattern worth investigating. But it cannot tell…

Knowing how to prepare for a telehealth appointment takes much of the stress out of a first session with a psychiatrist, psychologist or ADHD coach. If…

Access to healthcare can vary widely across Australia. A patient in a major city may find several nearby GPs, while a remote community may…

A mental state examination (MSE) is a structured way for a clinician to describe how a person’s mind is working at a particular point in time.…

For most people, a Halloween jump scare ends in laughter. For someone living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a sudden scream, a masked stranger or an…

Ever been told by your GP, “I’ll refer you to a specialist,” and walked out of the clinic with more questions than answers? You’re…

Everything you need to know about eligibility, Medicare rebates, online GP appointments, psychologist referrals, costs, and what happens next. A Mental Health Care Plan…

Have you ever sat with your GP and heard, “I think it’s time to see someone”? Then felt a flicker of confusion. Someone who?…

In Australia, superannuation is generally only available at retirement. However, there are some instances where individuals may apply for Early Super Release on compassionate…