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You don’t need to be a journalist to make a difference in the media – anyone can file a StigmaWatch report.    By submitting a StigmaWatch report, you contribute to:  Raising awareness: Your reports highlight real experiences of stigma, educating the public and challenging negative perceptions.  Advocating for change: With your input, we can push for more inclusive and supportive environments.  Breaking down barriers: Together, we can create a society where seeking mental health help comes without fear of judgment.    To report a stigmatising media item, visit our site, describe the incident, and submit the details. Your participation helps us make a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!    To learn more about StigmaWatch or to make a report, visit https://lnkd.in/dVRkH855   

“I felt like I had left my body and was viewing the entire moment like a scene in a movie, and it was in those crucial few minutes after he was born that my mental health began an incredibly sharp decline.” – Katy.    Katy's story is a powerful reminder of how birth trauma can impact postnatal mental health. Her courage in sharing her experience highlights the importance of being informed and prepared for all birth outcomes.     Read Katy’s full story on @post-and-antenatal-depression-association blog and learn why advocating for yourself during childbirth is crucial, visit https://lnkd.in/gNHnHcCs    If you’ve been affected by birth trauma, remember you’re not alone—reach out for support. You can call SANE’s Support Line on 1800 187 263 (Mon to Fri, 10am - 8pm) or visit our online community forums 24/7 at saneforums.org.    We're #peoplelikeyou #complexmentalhealth #mentalhealthaustralia #mentalhealthcommunity #peersupport #livedexperience #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthmatters #BTAW24 #saferbirthsbetterhealing #postpartum #postpartumpsychosis #postnatal #postnataldepression #postnatalanxiety #postnatalhealth #postnatalmentalhealth 

In honour of Birth Trauma Awareness Week, the clinical team at SANE has created a must-read factsheet on Postnatal Psychosis. While birth trauma can have significant impacts on mental health, it does not necessarily lead to postpartum psychosis.  Postnatal depression affects 10 to 15 in every 100 women after childbirth and requires professional support. Many people who have given birth will experience mild mood changes after having a baby; this is known as the “baby blues”. This is completely normal and usually only lasts for a few days.    However, postpartum psychosis is a distinct and serious mental illness that typically starts within the first few weeks after giving birth. It can begin within hours of delivery, and the symptoms are severe. Hallucinations and delusions are the two main symptoms of psychosis and affect a person’s sense of reality and how they understand the world around them.    Other common symptoms may include mania, feeling disconnected from your body or surroundings, disorganised thinking and behaviour, insomnia, irritability or agitation, and thoughts of self-harm or harming others, especially the baby.  Postpartum psychosis may lead to life-threatening thoughts or behaviours and requires immediate treatment.    To learn more about postpartum psychosis, the symptoms to look out for, treatment and support for those living with or caring for someone with the condition, you can read SANE’s new factsheet here:

As #NAIDOCWeek comes to a close, let’s take a moment to reflect on how we can continue to honour and support First Nations' communities throughout the whole year.     Swipe for some ideas.      🖤💛❤️💙💚🤍     Links to follow -  Slide 1:   Land map: https://lnkd.in/d-pkXG5   Melbourne: https://lnkd.in/gm7UpKd   Sydney: https://lnkd.in/gMCrE8x7.      Slide 2:  Lifehacker article: https://lnkd.in/g3E3Gztk     Slide 3:   Clothing the Gaps store: clothingthegaps.com.au      Slide 4:   Creative Spirit search engine: https://lnkd.in/duHwazxQ.     Netflix's First Nations recommendations: https://lnkd.in/d-dGKe6s     Slide 5:   SANE's Sounds of Australia playlist:   https://lnkd.in/ggvJgzwA     #NAIDOC2024 #KeeptheFireBurning #BlakLoudandProud  

Celebrating #NAIDOCWeek means acknowledging the past, celebrating the present, and working together for a better future for all First Nations peoples. It means taking the time to educate yourself on the history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, participate in the various events, engage with the stories and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and honour the significance of this week by fostering respect, understanding, and unity. ❤️💛🖤💚💙 Click here to join this week's NAIDOC conversation on the SANE Forums: https://lnkd.in/gGFvAYzD #NAIDOC #NAIDOC2024 #KeeptheFireBurning #BlakLoudandProud

SANE’s monthly donors provide reliable ongoing funds to keep our mental health services free and running to people who need it the most.    You can join a community of like-minded people who are committed to our vision of creating a brighter future for people affected by complex mental health issues by ending mental health inequity and social and economic exclusion.    By supporting SANE with a monthly gift, you can help more families and people living with complex mental conditions access free counselling and support services.    Along the way you will learn about the impact of your gift in our regular communications.    Monthly donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.     Join our monthly giving community at sane.org/monthlygiving

#KeepTheFireBurning this #NAIDOCWeek by attending an event in your local area.    For more information on the upcoming art exhibitions, yarns, storytelling, flag raising, family days and cultural celebrations available, visit https://lnkd.in/dexeVKVM to find out more.     #NAIDOC #NAIDOC2024 

Today marks the beginning of #NAIDOC Week 2024.     During this time, we are reminded of the enduring spirit and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year, we celebrate with the theme: "Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud", highlighting the enduring strength of First Nations culture.    NAIDOC Week has a rich history, beginning on 26 January 1938, when over 1000 Aboriginal people gathered at Australia Hall in Sydney to call for full citizenship status and better laws for First Nations peoples. This historic event, one of the first major civil rights gatherings in the world, became known as the Day of Mourning. It laid the foundation for what we now know as NAIDOC Week.    From its inception, NAIDOC Week has grown to both commemorate this pivotal moment and celebrate the incredible history, culture, and achievements of First Nations peoples. The date was later shifted to the first Sunday in July in 1955 to also become a day of cultural celebration and protest. By 1975, the observance expanded into a full week of celebrations, reflecting the growing recognition of the distinct cultural histories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.    NAIDOC Week is more than just a time of celebration; it's a time to reflect on the contributions and sacrifices of First Nations peoples and to commit to supporting their rights and recognising their rich cultural heritage. It is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about, embrace, and celebrate the rich traditions and achievements of the oldest continuing cultures on the planet.    As we celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024, let's take the time to participate in the various events, engage with the stories and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and honour the significance of this week by fostering respect, understanding, and unity.     Supporting NAIDOC Week means acknowledging the past, celebrating the present, and working together for a better future for all First Nations peoples.    To learn more about the history behind NAIDOC Week, the educational resources available and upcoming events, visit naidoc.org.au. https://lnkd.in/gwExx_tF #NAIDOC2024 #IndigenousPride #KeepTheFireBurning 

Yesterday, SANE participated in a special roundtable held at Parliament House. Attended by a number of Federal MP’s including the Minister for Mental Health, Emma McBride MP, the event raised awareness of the challenges being experienced by Australians living with complex mental health needs and ended with a passionate call for urgent action to address the gaps in the system. It was a busy week at Parliament House, with the announcement that the National Mental Health Consumer Alliance and Mental Health Carers Australia will be leading the new National Mental Health peak bodies for Consumers and Carers, Family and Kin. These important agencies will ensure people with lived and living experience have a spot at the table when new policies and programs are being discussed, developed and implemented at the Commonwealth level. Hear from SANE CEO Rachel Green on these new developments and where we need to go from here https://lnkd.in/gJrNC5nM 

Self-advocacy means speaking up for your needs, rights, and preferences within the mental health care system. Whether you do it yourself or with the help of an advocate, it's about understanding what you need and communicating it clearly so you can experience better support and respect for your choices.      To learn more about self-advocacy, read SANE's latest factsheet: https://lnkd.in/gdvs75md     We're #peoplelikeyou #complexmentalhealth #mentalhealthaustralia #mentalhealthcommunity #peersupport #livedexperience #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthmatters #selfadvocacy #mentalhealth #speakup #knowyourrights #mentalhealthmatters