Warren Davies sees himself pretty much as just the average bloke down the road – but his journey and the work he’s doing in the mental health and wellness space is anything but ordinary.Resilience, persistence and determination are just a few w

Mental Endurance: One Woman's Epic Solo Row Across the Pacific

Jun 7th, 2023 26m 19s

Michelle Lee is a warrior, though she'll never admit to it. Twelve years in corporate banking and an end to a long-term relationship - were just part of the impetus to turn to a life of adventure.Having completed the one of the world’s “classic

Sexual, Physical & Emotional Trauma - A Survivor's Story

May 31st, 2023 35m 18s

To the passer-by, Melissa Baker seemed like an ordinary teenager growing up in a middle-class suburban family in Sydney, but to those who wanted to get to know her, they could see she was hiding from the truth.Since then she been a motivationa

Food, Mood & Mental Health

May 22nd, 2023 32m 33s

A new study has found a correlation between diets high in ultra-processed foods and a heightened risk of depression. In the next episode of Brainstorm I speak with Professor Adrienne O’Neil Co-Director of the Food & Mood Centre at Deakin Univer

Food, Mood & Mental Health

May 22nd, 2023 32m 34s

PTSD Research & Treatment

May 7th, 2023 32m 37s

PTSD or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a treatable anxiety disorder affecting around 3 million Australians at some time in their lives.It happens when fear, anxiety and memories of a traumatic event don't go away. The feelings last for a lon

Phobias

Apr 30th, 2023 23m 5s

Having an uncommon phobia is not uncommon! Whether it's an animal phobia, a fear of flying, public speaking or a fear of enclosed spaces, phobias will present themselves in any number of ways. Left undiagnosed or untreated they will often shape

Men's Mental Health

Apr 23rd, 2023 26m 43s

Sometimes we get dealt a bad hand, but it’s how we deal with it, that's important. Dr Brett Dellar has helped and guided hundreds of men who have struggled with emotional issues and life. Having openly admitted to living in “Struggle Bubble” f

Eating disorders and body image

Apr 16th, 2023 28m 6s

Treatment for eating and dieting disorders, body image issues and problematic exercise is evolving but so are the numbers seeking help.Over a million Australians are currently experiencing an eating disorder, and less than a quarter are getting

Suicide prevention & mental health research

Apr 9th, 2023 23m 25s

Everymind is a leading institute dedicated to the prevention of mental ill-health and suicide. I speak with researcher, clinical psychologist and program manager Dr Sally Fitzpatrick, about the prevention of mental ill-health and suicide, as we

Rural and Remote Women's Health

Apr 3rd, 2023 32m 16s

When it comes to investment in mental health services, a disproportionately small percentage of the research dollar goes the way of the nearly nine million people living in rural and remote Australia. I speak with the Chief Executive of the Na

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Brainstorm: Mental health podcast trailer

Mar 14th, 2023 59s

Our mental health and wellbeing is one of the crucial pillars to living a happier and more fulfilling life. Brainstorm is a new podcast where former journalist Guy Rowlison presents a literate & educated commentary focusing on the vagaries of

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