Approximately 20 per cent of teenagers, 23 per cent of males and 18 per cent of females suffer from mental health problems. The highest incidence (27 per cent) occurs in the 18 -24 year age group. Episodes of depression vary significantly in severity and duration. Some bouts may last just a few hours. It ranges from mild to severe and may include single and recurrent episodes. As a disease, depression is characterised by a decrease in energy levels and activity, reduced concentration and (...)
Volunteering Matters
Did you know that over 5.4 million Australian adults volunteer each year, which is approximately 34% of the population. In 2006, it was estimated that volunteering was worth $70 billion per annum to the economy, up from $42 billion in 2000. Australians who volunteer are contributing over 700 million hours of community service annually.
98% of volunteers surveyed by Volunteering Australia felt that their volunteer work made a difference to their chosen organization, (...)
Eating well news
A recent study has identified which fruit and vegetables contain the highest pesticide residue. The worst culprits are (from 1-12) peaches, apples, sweet bell peppers, celery, nectarines, strawberries, cherries, kale, lettuce, grapes (imported), carrots and pears. This research was based in the USA, however would be pertinent to many Australian crops.
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for The Environment Working Group, who conduct the research see... (...)
Breakfast smoothie
Try this for kids who don’t like breakfast or for a quick breakfast smoothie. High in beneficial bacteria, anti-oxidants, Essential Fatty Acids, protein and fibre
½ cup of natural yoghurt 150 mL cranberry juice ½ cup of frozen berries ½ banana, ½ cup of mango flesh or soft seasonal fruit ½ tbspn of chia seeds
Protein powder will increase protein content and energy content of the smoothie. Probiotic powders can be added to the smoothie if desired and are highly beneficial (...)
Switching to green energy is a form away: www.carbonneutral.com.au (well its a start) Check out this links section for more energy & environmental resources here
How You Can Help to Find a Cure for Schizophrenia The Schizophrenia Research Institute has three schizophrenia research programs, each of which plays a unique and critical role in furthering our understanding of this complex and disabling disease.
If you have schizophrenia or do not have a mental illness please consider joining one, two or all three of the following programs: The Australian Schizophrenia Research Bank; The Schizophrenia Research Register or The ’Gift of Hope’ Brain Donor Program.
For further information visit: www.schizophreniaresearch.org.au
27th May is the official day, although any time in May is fine for organising a morning tea to help raise funds. So ’tea’ up your friends and workmates and help tip the balance in the fight against cancer. It’s easy, it’s fun and together you’ll be making a difference, because every cup counts. Register now to host a morning tea this May. By registering online, you can create an online fundraising page and start fundraising today. www.biggestmorningtea.com.au
This is your last chance to see the extraordinary exhibition ‘A Day in Pompeii’ in Australia. Discover how ancient Romans lived and the fascinating story of Pompeii, a city entombed in 79 A.D. following the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, proudly presented by the Western Australian Museum and Eventscorp.
For more information: www.museum.wa.gov.au/pompeii