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MENTAL HEALTH NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY

<p>Antipsychotic medications currently prescribed to treat positive symptoms of schizophrenia, such as risperidone can lead to a range of adverse side effects such as breast growth, lactation, sedation and circulatory or movement conditions. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

Antipsychotic breakthrough innovates 70 years of schizophrenia treatment

Results from five-week trials of KarXT in 340 diverse schizophrenia subjects with psychotic symptoms reveal a decrease... Read more

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<p>The widespread online growth of digital disability support services is a grave concern for the Brotherhood of St Laurence. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

‘Ticking time-bomb’ — advocates decry digital disability support platforms

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<p>The role of an accredited practising dietitian (APD) covered by the NDIS is to ensure that the capacity and ability of a person who needs support for an impairment is taken into account. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

Minister for NDIS under pressure to ensure dietitian access

As the Minister for NDIS and Government Services Bill Shorten addresses his plan to save funds, some are concerned that... Read more

Health and Wellbeing Industry NDIS Therapies
<p>Sotos Syndrome is a genetic disorder that results in excessive growth and cognitive impairment. (Image source: 9News)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

Perth man with disability dies in handcuffs at underground train station

The disability community is mourning the tragic loss of a young man, as detectives from the Major Crime Division... Read more

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<p>Researchers now believe that sleep may be the greatest indicator of how well the brain is able to recover following a sports-related brain injury, such as a concussion. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

New research finds brain injury relates to better sleep

Ever taken a blow to the head during footy or fell on your side and sustained a concussion? New research out of South... Read more

Health and Wellbeing Industry Research Therapies
<p>Disability Discrimination Commissioner Dr Ben Gauntlet says that more needs to be done to monitor accessibility in Australia. (Source: Humanrights.gov.au)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

Australia represents disability pride at New York UN Conference

Disabled Persons Organisations Australia (DPOA) delegates from People With Disability Australia (PWDA), National Ethnic... Read more

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<p>Following a stroke or brain injury, people often find that they have acquired an upper-limb motor impairment as a result, but Neuromersiv are looking to provide support on the path to progress. (Image via Neuromersiv)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

Australia’s new physical therapy in a virtual world

Neuromersiv, an Australian health-technology company founded by Anshul Dayal and Oliver Morton-Evans, has developed an... Read more

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<p>PhD student Indika Koralegedera (right) pictured with co-supervisor Dr Gemma Skaczkowski. (Source: Supplied)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

Researchers are seeking farm workers for healthcare study

We’ve all heard the phrase ‘just walk it off,’ but for the manual labour of rural farmers and a lack... Read more

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<p>The advocate has played a key role in advancing the rights and roles that people with disabilities play in the nation. (Source: Supplied)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

From paraplegia to public sector: Jane Spring recognised for disability work

After decades of work on behalf of Australians with disability, public sector advocate Jane Spring has been appointed to... Read more

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<p>Gold medallists Kallan Strong (Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability 2022) and Amanda Threlfall (2022 Para Bowling World Cup champion) are in attendance at one of the biggest disability sporting events in Australia. (Source: Tenpin Bowling Australia)</p>
Posted 2 years ago by David McManus

National Disability Championship strikes SA

One of the world’s biggest disability sporting events in the nation is taking place right now in South Australia,... Read more

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