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Pros and cons of social media for mental health
Sunday 30 June is World Social Media Day – recognising and celebrating social media’s influence on global communication and technology. While social media has provided us with access to more information than ever before, there are both positive and negative implications of our use of this technology. Here we look at some of the pros and cons of social media use today.
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The role of mindfulness in prevention and early intervention
Could wider adoption of mindfulness as a form of prevention and early intervention be a first step toward helping reduce Australia’s burden of disease?
By Kim O’Neill, CEO, On the Line
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Types of domestic and family violence
Family and domestic violence is a major social health and welfare issue globally. On average, police in Australia currently deal with 274 domestic violence matters a day. We often think of domestic violence as physical, but it can take many forms. Here we’ve identified some of the common types of abuse and warning signs.
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On the Line achieves ISO 9001:2015 certification
On the Line is delighted to announce that we have achieved certification for ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems. This accreditation further enhances On the Line’s reputation for providing quality services to the community, and provides an internationally recognised assurance to both current and future partners that our operations are world class.
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For all of us, work can sometimes become difficult or stressful. And while you may not be able to predict every situation that comes your way, you can control how you respond. Here are some tips to for dealing with stress in the workplace. https://t.co/bntPe1T2Wu
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Coping mechanisms are strategies that people use to overcome life’s problems, but some are more effective and healthier than others. More: https://t.co/CLNLWNPFsW
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There is nothing embarrassing or shameful when it comes to talking about mental health. People who talk with their friends, family or a counsellor are more likely to feel better for it. https://t.co/rsnEWbH7Yj
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The ground-breaking work of @jholtlunstad examined the impact of social isolation and #loneliness on mortality, and helped provide the evidence base to encourage greater action. Great interview with her from @qz: https://t.co/KqdXu1Xt4V #Mentalhealth #conversationsthatmatter