Mental Health stories
Exclusive: Why digital literacy must replace social media bans for under-16s
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Australia's ban on social media for under-16s is deemed ineffective by LiVELY's CEO, who advocates for digital literacy to empower children instead.
Allianz uses VR therapy to aid driving phobia recovery
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Allianz has launched a Virtual Reality therapy programme to help drivers overcome phobias following accidents, in partnership with the Sydney Phobia Clinic.
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
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UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.
Kiwis take fewer leave days than Aussies & Brits
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A new study shows New Zealand workers take an average of 14 leave days yearly, fewer than their Australian and British counterparts, raising wellbeing concerns.
Commvault partners with Cybermindz to support mental health
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Commvault has teamed up with Cybermindz.org to tackle mental health issues faced by cybersecurity professionals in Australia and New Zealand, effective from 2025.
UK workers face end-of-year pressures, seek wellbeing boost
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Workhuman's latest Human Workplace Index reveals UK employees face rising stress, with 37% feeling increased pressure as they approach 2024's end.
Netsafe report urges urgent reform of digital safety law
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Netsafe's Annual Report reveals a sharp rise in online threats in New Zealand, urging urgent reforms to the Harmful Digital Communications Act.
Firms enforcing office-only work face higher staff turnover
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productivity
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mental health
New research reveals that companies enforcing strict office-only work are facing increased staff turnover, with 67% of recruiters noticing a rise in job searches.
AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare
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The Australian Federal Police is trialling artificial intelligence to enhance operations and officer well-being, collaborating with Microsoft to leverage technology responsibly.
Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles
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Australia's Not-for-Profit sector is struggling with technology adoption, facing major challenges in digital capabilities, according to Infoxchange's latest report.
SafeWatch wins four awards for mental wellness innovation
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SafeWatch, an Australian mental wellness platform, recently clinched four awards, lauded for its innovative community-focused approach to digital mental health.
Exclusive: Innovating mental health care with Innowell’s decision support software
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software development
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university of sydney
Innowell is transforming mental health care with innovative decision support software, significantly reducing wait times and saving lives, led by CEO Syed Ahmed.
AI & employee focus to transform customer experience by 2025
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As 2025 nears, AI advancements and a focus on employee well-being are set to significantly reshape the customer experience landscape, says Call Design.
UK workers secretly using AI tools for an edge at work
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A new study reveals 35% of UK workers covertly use AI to enhance their work, with younger staff finding it particularly beneficial for reducing stress.
Employment Hero partners with Medibank & AHM for SMEs
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Employment Hero has teamed up with Medibank and AHM to provide private health insurance discounts for over one million SME employees in Australia.
Study shows innovation outweighs salary in tech careers
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A new Amadeus study reveals 40% of tech professionals expect to change careers thrice, highlighting innovation and training as key retention factors.
OECD & Cisco launch digital well-being hub in Australia
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cloud services
The OECD and Cisco have launched a Digital Well-being Hub in Australia to explore the impact of digital technologies on well-being and inclusivity.
Virtual reality app oVRcome reduces social anxiety by 35%
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A clinical trial in New Zealand shows the virtual reality app oVRcome cuts social anxiety symptoms by 35.3%, marking a breakthrough in mental health treatment.
Australian organisations struggle with cultural alignment
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The latest Pulse of Talent report reveals that many Australian firms struggle to achieve desired advancements in workplace culture despite concerted efforts.
Aussie small business owners face mental health crisis
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A new report reveals that 69% of Australian small business owners face inadequate mental health support, prompting urgent calls for better resources.