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Gemma Breen

Gemma Breen

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    Why ADHD meds are in short supply, and what can you do about it

    Some of the most common medications for ADHD are set to be in short supply until the end of the year, which means plenty of people across Australia may find their pharmacist can't fill their prescriptions.
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    Going on a big trip? Here's what your travel insurance might not cover

    Do you really know what your travel insurance covers? We spoke to the experts to find out exactly what you're entitled to when a conflict breaks or a natural disaster unfolds.
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    Schools to adopt media literacy course in wake of crushing civics r...

    The governor-general says misinformation is the scourge of our times — and Australia's future is at stake.
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    New data on masculinity influencers a 'wake-up call' to all Austral...

    Online "masculinity" content is mainstream and wide-ranging — far broader than the toxic Andrew Tate style manosphere or incel culture touched on in the hit Netflix series Adolescence.
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    Five tips for raising little boys who become healthy, thriving men

    The "your body, my choice" movement is sweeping the world. What can parents do to raise healthy, confident boys?
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    'Daylight robbery' of dowry abuse leaving women stranded, but new l...

    When Amrita moved to Australia with her husband he was "very gentle", but soon after his family was treating her like a servant. New laws are set to finally recognise dowry abuse as a form of domestic violence to help those in similar situations. 
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    The 'vicious cycle' facing young Australians today

    A recent survey found one in five young people are experiencing financial hardship, with impacts on mental health and wellbeing. Experts say many young people are giving up on their dreams as cost-of-living pressures continue.
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    There's a mental health crisis gripping kids today, but the way out...

    Helping teenagers navigate their mental health is a job for entire communities — not just parents. But how do we support them best? Send us your questions and we’ll do our best to find the answers.
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    Mental health crisis among teenagers requires bold action, but expe...

    In the bush, ’burbs and on country, these teenagers are fighting a mental health crisis. Spoiler alert: They’re winning.
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    The cost of sport is a big issue for families. What is Australia do...

    Australia is rolling out a new strategy to ensure all kids can keep doing what they love.
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    PCOS guidelines to focus on women's experiences with weight stigma

    Draft international guidelines on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) highlight how weight stigma — being judged or discriminated against because of our weight — can prevent women from getting the proper treatment and support they deserve.
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    Decades apart, Yumi and Ellie share a story — one that links them t...

    According to Australia's first-ever 10-year scorecard on women's health and wellbeing, Ellie and Yumi reflect two generations of women experiencing some of the highest levels of psychological distress we've seen in this country.
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    ADHD guidelines have finally been released in Australia. Here's why...

    It has taken two years of clinicians, researchers and people with lived experience collaborating on evidence-based Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) guidelines to get to this point.
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    Grease was my childhood musical awakening. I just wish I saw the he...

    With the news of Olivia Newton-John’s death this past week, I found myself reflecting on a childhood obsession for squeaky-clean Sandy and her (spoiler alert!) sexy transformation in the name of love. But for others, Rizzo was the star of the show. And I wish I’d seen that sooner, writes Gemma Breen…
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    Life after lockdown: This is how the pandemic has shaped young peop...

    We asked young, emerging writers to share their stories with us in the wake of the pandemic. Here’s what we learnt.
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    Black Friday sales are here, but experts say we don't have to spend...

    For many of us, the idea of spoiling those we care about in the wake of long lockdowns (and a very long year indeed) feels like the perfect solution to a rather torturous year.
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    We asked, you answered. Here are your survival tips for parenting i...

    We asked, you answered. Here are your survival tips for parenting in a pandemic
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    Five times women in Olympics history well and truly rocked the boat

    The Games give us all a unique opportunity to appreciate the spectacular talent and determination of some of the best sportswomen on Earth. But it's been a long road since 1896, and we've still got work to do.
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    I'm not as busy as I think I am. It took me one week to find out why

    I was keen to give my kids a break from screens. Parenting win! But what I discovered about myself far outweighed anything I learnt about them.
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    The three biggest challenges for parents raising a child with ADHD

    The three biggest challenges for parents raising a child with ADHD
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    Tantrums and after-school meltdowns are normal, but you can stop th...

    If your kid struggles to deal with big emotions after school, or at bedtime, you’re certainly not alone. But there are some really simple tricks to make things easier for the whole family.