The Darker Side of Facebook: Cyber-Bullying
Facebook has become a positive part of many of our lives, but there is a darker side of Facebook that all parents and educators need to be aware of: cyber-bullying.
It is inevitable that bullies will try to use social networking sites as a tool. It gives them a platform to humiliate their victims not just in front of a schoolyard full of kids but potentially a global audience, with little chance of being held accountable.
Girls in Trouble in a Post-Feminism World
Parents, teachers and educators everywhere know in our hearts that girls and young women are in trouble and need our support. And the evidence is mounting to prove that we are right to be concerned.
A 19-year-long Scottish study published recently in the journal of Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology showed that teenage girls are now the most depressed section of the population.
The study, by Helen Sweeting, showed that girls were reporting mental disorders at a rate of 44%. Read the story »
Domestic Bullying: the emotional and psychological abuse of women
You’ve heard of school yard bullying, cyber bullying and workplace bullying. But did you know the most common type of bullying actually occurs in the home? Domestic bullying, or the psychological and emotional abuse of a partner or close relative, is the silent epidemic and while most of the research has focused on the violence perpetrated by a male toward a female partner, it is important to note that domestic violence can happen to anyone.
Home is suppose to be our sanctuary from the world, the one place where we feel safe and secure. But for some people, home can became an emotional and psychological prison from which they cannot escape. Read the story »
My Business took me to the Oscars
When former school teacher Sharon Thurin (pictured with Jai Rodriguez) created Slim Secrets, she had no idea the company she started would one day take her all the way to the Academy Awards in Los Angeles. After seeing a gap in the market, the wife and mother of 3, just wanted to offer a healthy range of snack foods that didn’t taste like cardboard. She never imagined her business would one day see her rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous at Elton John’s famed Oscars Party in 2008, or that she would be invited back again this year for the 82nd Academy Awards next month.
In image conscious Hollywood, there aren’t too many snack food companies that can honestly say they’re a favourite among celebrities. In a town where every pound counts, no-one wants to be seen snacking on choc chip cookies and potato chips. Read the story »
Call for Health Ministers to Regulate Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Who could forget the tragic story of Rebekah Lawrence, the Sydney woman who jumped to her death during a psychotic episode triggered by her participation in a self-development course run by unqualified people. While this is an extreme example of bad therapy, you have to wonder how many vulnerable people are being emotionally and psychologically damaged each day in Australia because health ministers are continuing to drag their feet on the issue of regulation. At present, anyone can hang out a shingle and start practicing as a counsellor or psychotherapist in Australia and isn’t that a scary thought?
At the coronial inquest into Rebekah’s death, NSW Deputy State Coroner, Malcolm MacPherson, recommended restricting the provision of counselling and psychotherapy services to those with recognised, relevant tertiary qualifications. Read the story »
LIVING
Endometriosis and Fertility
Kathryn, 29, had recently been diagnosed with endometriosis. Not knowing much about the condition, she...
My Quit Smoking Challenge: I have to start over
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60 Plus: internet dating and tamper proof packaging
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Thousands invited to Paint the MCG Pink on May 7
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) has announced that tickets are now on sale for the return of Field...
BUSINESS
Small Businesses being targeted by online scams
With so many businesses now trading online, an increasing number of small businesses in Australia are...
Launch of ad campaign to promote Australian made products
Australian consumers will soon see a new range of media ads promoting Australian made products. Kim Carr,...
Save 30 percent on Lenovo Laptops that mean business
Lenovo laptops mean business and for a limited time only, you can save 30% on the popular T Series ThinkPad...
WORK & CAREER
The Health Benefits of Working Flexible Hours
New evidence has emerged from Europe to suggest that workers who are able to have input into the way...
More Women encouraged to join the ranks of Firefighters in Victoria
The Metropolitan Fire and Emergency Services Board (MFB) in Victoria has launched its Gender Inclusion...
CME Women in Resources Awards 2010
Women working in Western Australia’s resources sector were recognised today at the inaugural Chamber...
GENDER EQUALITY
Funding for National Women’s Alliances will give women a voice
Minister for the Status of Women, Tanya Plibersek, announced this week the establishment of six National...
Funding Boost for National Rural Women’s Coalition
Rural and regional women across Australia will have greater opportunity to engage with government with...
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women’s Alliance
The Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Jenny Macklin, has announced the establishment of a National Aboriginal...
BOOKS & AUTHORS
Five Minute Review: Four books for perfect parenting
It’s true. Parenting starts at conception. And no, it doesn’t end at retirement (sorry). This lifelong...
It’s an Awesome World with Dallas – WIN!
When American writer Dallas Clayton decided to write a book for his young son, he knew the book’s theme...
Five Minute Review: Four non-fiction stories to stir your heart
Occasionally we love a read that makes us think, that moves us and challenges our understanding of the...
SHOPPING
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10 Good Reasons to Switch to Vodafone
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NEWS
Government to launch My University websiteFollowing on from the popularity of the My School website, the Federal Government will introduce a similar website for Australia’s...
Helen Clark highlights importance of gender equality for PNGDuring a recent visit to Papua New Guinea, former Prime Minister of New Zealand and current United Nations Development Programme Administrator,...


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