Mental health

A/Prof Gemma Sharp
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Eating disorders impact more than 1.1 million people in Australia, representing 4.5% of the population. These disorders include binge eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, and anorexia nervosa.

Kylie Trounson
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In this podcast, listen to Dr David Lim interview A/Prof John Litt AM and Kylie Trounson on her Long COVID recovery and the vital role of healthcare professionals in building a strong therapeutic alliance.

Sophia Auld
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Expert explains the research, with practical steps for managing complex presentations in GP.

Expert/s: Sophia Auld
Dr Ellie Freedman
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In today's podcast, Dr Ellie Freedman discusses managing acute sexual assault cases, including investigations, documentation, forensic referrals, anonymous reporting in NSW, and post-consultation patient safety.

Sophia Auld
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Here’s what to look for and how to get kids to open up about it

Expert/s: Sophia Auld
Dr Andrew Leech
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Dr Andrew Leech explores how anxiety affects school attendance in primary school children, covering separation anxiety, bullying, online gaming addiction, and key strategies for support in primary care.

Sophia Auld
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Overlapping symptoms can make it hard to distinguish between depression and dementia, and the two can co-occur, further complicating assessment.  

Expert/s: Sophia Auld
A/Prof Nial Wheate
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Expert explains the evidence linking the asthma drug to depression

Sophia Auld
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GPs see negative impact of social media on several domains, but is a ban the right solution?

Expert/s: Sophia Auld
Danielle O'Neal
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Binge eating disorder often goes undiagnosed for more than a decade. Here's how to spot the signs and manage it...

Dr Alexandra Metse
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Dr Alexandra Metse discusses the importance of promoting sleep interventions and how healthcare professionals can support improved sleep.

Dr Rebecca Reynolds
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Poor body image can cause mental illness, here's how to help identify and support those who are struggling with it...