Should Social Media Be Banned for Children? A Closer Look at Mental Wellbeing and Legislative Solutions This opinion piece appeared in The West Australian on September 11 2024. By Deborah Childs CEO HelpingMinds Social media has become an integral part of modern life, especially for young people. With platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and SnapchatRead more
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More Psychologists Aren’t The Only Answer This opinion piece appeared in The Canberra Times on August 29 2024. By Deborah Childs CEO HelpingMinds It is true Australia is suffering a critical shortage of psychologists to address the growing mental health demands of the country. And it’s crucial to acknowledge the significance of having a well-trainedRead more
Ugly Parent Syndrome: The Dark Side of Youth Sports We Can’t Ignore This opinion piece appeared in The West Australian on 27 July 2024. By Deborah Childs CEO HelpingMinds plus concerned Mother and Grandma. With the Olympic Games still fresh in our minds, we’re left with the inspiration and exhilaration that only such a globalRead more
This opinion piece appeared in The West Australian on 7 March 2024. It is written by Debbie Childs, CEO at HelpingMinds. In my role as chief executive of a mental health and carer support organisation and as a board director with various organisations, I often find myself at the intersection of values, ethics, and theRead more
