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Digital treatment for insomnia can improve depression

The University of Western Australia is looking for participants for a new mental health trial. Researchers are exploring whether digital treatment for insomnia can improve symptoms of depression in young adults. Story produced by RTRFM Image: Photo by John-Mark Smith: https://www.pexels.com/photo/man-wearing-green-printed-crew-neck-shirt-while-sleeping-296817/ Featured In Story: Dr Cele Richardson – Clinical Psychologist and Senior Lecturer in the …

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Over one third of population not getting enough sleep, study finds

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New research finds over a third of the population is not getting the recommended amount of sleep. The study done by Flinder’s University, also found getting fewer than SIX hours of sleep can be a contributing factor to a range of cardiovascular diseases and obesity. Image: Image: Unsplash/ Gregory Pappas Produced By: Remy Naughton Featured …

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How shift work affects sleep and health

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For those who work late or overnight, shift work often comes with changes to one’s lifestyle – sleeping through the day or going to bed early are habits that become necessary parts of the job. However, while your body is adapting, it can result in shift work sleep disorder. Symptoms include lethargy, headaches, and trouble …

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Getting enough sleep? What you need to know

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Having difficulty sleeping is a commonly reported issue among many, with a 2020 report estimating over half of Australian adults have one or more sleep-related problems But experts say unhealthy sleep habits are hard to kick. Having good sleep hygiene is vital in living a happy, healthy life, but are there any other significant contributing …

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Siestas save lives in NT

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In the baking heat of the Northern Territory, air conditioning has become a fact of life, not a luxury. It has been found that now Territorians have become less able to deal with extreme heat than they did 40 years ago. Aboriginal people have for time immemorial dealt with heat in traditional ways. One is …

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Navigating Exam Stress: Effective Management Strategies

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The approaching end of year exam period has brought about new discussion around the impacts of stress on high school students across Australia. A recent survey conducted by ReachOut Australia revealed roughly half of Australian students have difficulty sleeping as a result of exam-related stress. A decrease in quality of sleep can have detrimental effects …

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