While separation anxiety is a condition more frequently reported in children, it is a condition that traumatises adults as well. According to a recent cross-national study, separation anxiety accounts for a prevalence rate between 0.2% and 9.8%, with an average of 4.8% across 18 countries. Women are more likely to suffer from it compared to […]
Continue readingAnxiety in children and teens is one of the most common mental health illnesses in Australia, not to mention one of the most debilitating. In 2015, around 6.9% of Australians aged 4-17 experienced an anxiety disorder. This is equivalent to 278,000 young people. Given that those in this age group often demonstrate a range of […]
Continue readingStress in the workplace is a significant cost to both personal health and government coffers. People who feel overwhelmed with work feel physically and mentally sick, unable to perform both personal and professional duties. Even if you looked past anecdotal incidents, work stress incurs a huge cost. Over $543 million was paid out to workers […]
Continue readingAnxiety disorders have a profound impact on a person’s behaviour. People with anxiety often become inward focused, short-tempered, easily frightened, confused and discouraged. To get through this tough period in their lives, people dealing with anxiety need a support system. This support system may consist of friends, family and mental health workers like a psychologist. […]
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