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The surprising cost of mental health in the workplace

Leon Gettler, Monday, 30th May 2016 -  Research conducted for NFP beyondblue has found more than six million working days are lost per year as a result of depression. Freelance journalist Leon Gettler looks at why a mentally…

Mental Illness Study Reveals Workplace ‘Fear Factor’

Xavier Smerdon, Tuesday, 7th October 2014 -  One in five Australians are potentially being overlooked for job opportunities due to the ‘fear factor’ in hiring people who have a mental illness, according to new…

Working Through Depression Key

Lina Caneva, Thursday, 11th September 2014 -  Continuing to work while suffering a depressive illness could help employees to better manage their depression more than taking sick leave, a new study has found. The joint study…

Williams Death Shows Depression Doesn’t Discriminate – NFPs

Lina Caneva, Tuesday, 12th August 2014 -  As the world mourns the passing of actor-comedian Robin Williams, depression Not for Profits have used social media to promote helplines and assistance for those struggling with…

beyondblue Releases Youth-focussed App

Staff Reporter, Friday, 27th June 2014 -  Depression Not for Profit beyondblue has launched a mobile app, which aims to make it easier for young people to start conversations with friends who they are concerned may be experiencing…

QLD Schools Lead on National Mental Health Priorities

Staff Reporter, Thursday, 26th June 2014 -  A Queensland Medicare Local initiative says it’s leading the way in targeting mental health in schools through awareness and intervention programs ahead of recommendations…

Tune In Now – Toolkit for Homelessness Workers

Lina Caneva, Tuesday, 24th June 2014 -  A guide about depression and anxiety for people who work with homeless men has been launched nationally. The toolkit, called Tune In Now, was created by Homelessness Australia in…

Griggs Joins beyondblue Board

Staff Reporter, Monday, 23rd June 2014 -  Media personality and former champion swimmer Johanna Griggs has joined the board of depression Not for Profit beyondbue. New beyondblue board member Johanna Griggs and Chair Jeff…

Aussies Value Mentally Healthy Workplaces – Study

Staff Reporter, Friday, 6th June 2014 -  Almost half of Australian workers are leaving jobs because their workplaces are mentally unhealthy, a new survey has revealed. According to the survey, workplace mental health…

Mental Health Education Best at Work

Staff Reporter, Monday, 26th May 2014 -  Recent research has revealed for the first time that evidence-based workplace depression prevention programs can significantly reduce depression symptoms among employees.…

beyondblue CEO Resigns

Staff Reporter, Thursday, 27th February 2014 -  The high-profile CEO of depression Not for Profit beyondblue, Kate Carnell has resigned after two years in the job. beyondblue Chairman Jeff Kennett AC said Carnell, who was also…

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