Abortion is still contained within the criminal code in New South Wales, at sections 82 to 84 of the Crimes Act 1900. In contrast, in all other states around Australia, abortion is regulated as a healthcare procedure. While abortion is legal in NSW under certain conditions, women are not entitled
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A Look at Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Use…
Is it normal for all young people to experiment with alcohol and drugs? Youth alcohol and drug use is increasing in Australia, with a high use of cannabis, hallucinogens, amphetamines, steroids, cocaine, and heroin. With some claiming that the frequent rise in drug use by youth is due to an
Helping young people who are victims of family violence
Family violence remains a pervasive and systemic issue in Australia. The outcomes of the Royal Commission into Family Violence in Victoria reflected the need for deep and sustained reform to address this challenge. Although significant progress has been made in implementing these recommendations, gaps remain for young people who are
Workplace Mental Health Stigma
Mental health stigma is an impediment in today’s world, preventing people from receiving the mental health care they require to get through life’s lows. “Mental health stigma is a negative view or attitude toward people who are struggling with their mental health, including those who are living with a mental