Mental Health

A Single Father’s Story of Alienation

August 19, 2016
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A Single Father’s Story of Alienation

Up until March 27th 2011, I shared a wonderful strong and happy bond with my then 7 year old boy, since the day he was born. I was never married to his mother, I am 9 years younger than her and our relationship ended prior to her pregnancy. Without mo...
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Preventing Male Suicide – Become Part of the Solution

August 16, 2015
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Preventing Male Suicide – Become Part of the Solution

Suicide is the number one killer of men under 44 years of age.  It is not just an issue for health and mental health services, but one that must be owned by our community.  We need to do more than merely talk about it. Each of us can pla...
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Men, Unemployment and Suicide 2015

February 6, 2015
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Men, Unemployment and Suicide 2015

The Australian Institute of Male Health and Studies together with the Men's Health Information and Resource Centre at the University of Western Sydney have put together a fact sheet titled Men, Unemployment and Suicide 2015. It contains key points as ...
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6th National Australian Men’s Shed Association Conference

February 5, 2015
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6th National Australian Men’s Shed Association Conference

Conference Name: 2015 Australian Men's Shed Association 6th National ConferenceLocation: Newcastle, NSWDate: 17 - 20 October 2015Venue: Civic Precinct NewcastleTheme: InnovationWebsite: www.dcconferences.com.au/mensshed2015/ Description: This years&rs...
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New Centre Puts Focus On Men’s Health

November 20, 2014
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New Centre Puts Focus On Men’s Health

The first Australian health care service focussed specifically on the health of men was officially opened in North Melbourne today. The Australian Centre for Prostate Cancer and Men's Health will cater to male patients experiencing conditions such as ...
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Share your story: A safer future for children

May 12, 2014
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Share your story: A safer future for children

The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse is investigating how institutions like schools, churches, sports clubs and government organisations have responded to allegations and instances of child sexual abuse. In its first...
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Join us for breakfast to raise awareness of men’s health (Melbourne)

May 1, 2014
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Join us for breakfast to raise awareness of men’s health (Melbourne)

Keynote speaker: The Honourable Jeff Kennett AC, the founding Chairman of beyondblue; along with a panel of industry leaders from sports, business and entertainment. Funds will go towards supporting the work of Foundation 49: Men’s Health. When:...
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What helps to prevent suicide in men?

February 24, 2014
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What helps to prevent suicide in men?

What helps to prevent suicide in men? 

We are looking for men, and their family and friends to take part in a research project examining suicidal behaviours in men 

Who are we looking for? 

YOU can take part in this study if you are: 

  • Male
  • 18 years or older
  • Have made a suicide attempt that was between 6...
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Living Outback (new radio series on PBA FM and live streaming)

March 13, 2013
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Living Outback (new radio series on PBA FM and live streaming)

Rural and remote communities are at the centre of the mythology and cultural ethos of Australia. Most of us have indulged nostalgic and sentimental thoughts of the outback and life in the bush – helped along perhaps by a film we’ve seen. B...
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EMALE Issue 119 (February 2013)

February 1, 2013
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EMALE Issue 119 (February 2013)

In this month's issue: 7 nutrients all men need Men’s Health Week Community Grants Work mental health issues cost billions engaging men national training seminar barriers that prevent older men getting help Are you concerned about men and boys ab...
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EMALE Issue 118 (January 2013)

January 1, 2013
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EMALE Issue 118 (January 2013)

In this month's issue: is being a bit overweight all that bad for you? keeping your mind young and alert engaging men national training seminar SLIMS and the decline of partnering in Australia The Real Reason Men Die Sooner and Live Sicker news briefs ...
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EMALE Issue 117 (December 2012)

December 1, 2012
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EMALE Issue 117 (December 2012)

In this month's issue: grey is the new black in workplace dynamics boys hit by body blues engaging men national training seminar art therapy - ahead of its time 13 reasons it’s unlucky to be a male news briefs World Cancer Day 4 February 2013
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Men in search of their spirit

November 14, 2012
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Men in search of their spirit

Written by Chiara Muzzin Bhutan is known in some circles to be a place of happiness and mystery. To others, Bhutan is unknown. Located between Tibet and India, the country thrives with culture and awe-inspiring scenery. The people’s authentic sm...
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Movember and Sons: Open for Business

November 1, 2012
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Movember and Sons: Open for Business

OFFICIAL MO NEWS & CULTURE Movember 2012 has arrived and we're getting down to the raw hard truths of the past two years and taking a look, quite simply, at what it means to be a better man. 2012 is the year of Movember & Sons. The collectiv...
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EMALE Issue 116 (November 2012)

November 1, 2012
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EMALE Issue 116 (November 2012)

In this month's issue: mo bros doing it for men's health a few points on acupuncture why men’s work is so important events SURVIVORS & MATES SUPPORT NETWORK HALF-DAY WORKSHOP FOR MALE SURVIVORS OF CHILD-HOOD SEXUAL ABUSE AND THEIR SUPPORTERS...
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EMALE Issue 114 (September 2012)

September 1, 2012
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EMALE Issue 114 (September 2012)

In this month's issue: friends are key to midlife wellbeing fly in/fly out lifestyle bad for workers male victims of violence face gaps in services and need special consideration: NSW Government Report airlines demonizing men events MEN’S HEALTH...
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