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Lyndsay Bourke sought the advice of a councillor to help guide her son, Billy through their family’s grief.

‘Did she look like me?’ How Lyndsay found the right words after her daughter died

Families grieving for lost babies too often move on rather than seek help.

  • Kate Aubusson

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Elijah Hollands found himself at the centre of a media storm after suffering a mental health episode during a game.

How Elijah Hollands’ health battle inspired a wave of young men to open up

It’s been one month since the young Blues on-field mental health episode, with amateur players around the country now showing their solidarity by opening up about their own private battles.

  • Bridget McArthur
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder present from birth, while anxiety develops later on.

Is it ADHD or anxiety? Why these complex conditions often get confused

Twenty to 30 per cent of people with ADHD also live with anxiety. Experts share their advice for recognising and managing the two conditions.

  • Paula Goodyer
Primary school principals are concerned by an increase in childhood anxiety but say previous methods of management are ineffective.

Schools should be applauded, supported for trying something new

About four in five principals say children’s anxiety is a significant issue within their schools.

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Primary school principals are concerned by an increase in childhood anxiety, but say previous methods of management are ineffective.

Skipping camp, public speaking: How schools have it wrong on kids’ anxiety

School leaders are witnessing rising childhood anxiety. But the way parents and teachers are inclined to manage it might hinder more than help.

  • Emily Kowal
Launched in 2017, NeeDoh come in different shapes and colours, with the cube being one of the most popular designs.

Forget petrol, it’s the NeeDoh shortage throwing parents into a spin

People around the world are scrambling to get their hands on the sensory toys of the moment.

  • Shona Hendley
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Justyn Backhouse in 2007, soon after joining the police air wing.

I loved being a cop, but it nearly killed me: Now I’ve found my path to happiness

Little by little, everything began to fall apart. I suffered panic attacks.

  • Justyn Backhouse
Is my horror addiction fuelling my anxiety, or treating it?

Do horror movies help or hinder your mental health? It depends

I can’t remember the last time I went a prolonged period without watching any horror. Is my addiction making me even more stressed?

  • Nell Geraets
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Worse than birth or postpartum: The anxiety of trying for a baby

A new survey suggests anxiety around trying to conceive is more common than fear of pregnancy, birth or breastfeeding. So why isn’t it being discussed?

  • Shona Hendley
How to stop overthinking.

The simple shower hack that could finally stop your brain from spiralling

Stuck in a loop of persistent, unhelpful thoughts? Forget doomscrolling, drinking or binge-watching – there are better ways to stop overthinking.

  • Amanda Hooton