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Ali Tarphy

@abtarphy.bsky.social

Australian Psychologist focusing on trauma and PHSB. A city girl living in country NSW searching for the Prefect scone! Any view expressed is purely my own.

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Newborn baby pulled out alive from rubble in Gaza
YouTube video by SBS News Newborn baby pulled out alive from rubble in Gaza

How is this still happening??

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22.03.2025 00:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Australians are waiting 12 years on average before seeking help for a mental health problem – new research There are a number of things that could help reduce these delays, so that people can get the help they need sooner.

Time to get better at early intervention.
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17.02.2025 21:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How to check your pet's microchip details after 'national oversight' puts thousands in danger Pet owners across Australia are being urged to check their pet's microchip number and find out if they are affected by the potential closure of a major registration provider.

Time to check your dogs microchip to make sure they can always get home safe to you www.sbs.com.au/news/article...

12.02.2025 08:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trauma dumping: how sharing experiences on social media can cause distress for other users Do you β€˜trauma dump’ on social media? Read this first.

Beware the trauma dump theconversation.com/trauma-dumpi...

11.02.2025 20:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This form of anxiety is not officially recognised. But it's widely affecting young people Climate anxiety is becoming a widespread mental health challenge and experts say young people need more support.

The new reality - climate anxiety www.sbs.com.au/news/article...

10.02.2025 23:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Psychologists warn against overuse of labels for mental health disorders Using diagnostic labels for people with mental health issues is on the rise, but this can sometimes hinder rather than help, psychologists warn.

To diagnose or to not diagnose, that is the question. www.abc.net.au/news/health/...

30.01.2025 05:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Bangkok amazingness

25.12.2024 00:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why do we revert to our childhood selves when we visit family? If you feel like family dynamics overwhelm you, remember there are few things you can do to take a breath and reset.

Christmas family celebrations can be hard - take time to look after yourself.
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17.12.2024 21:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Please help pushback against Dutton and News Corp’s nuclear disinformation by sharing these very simple FACTS which show nuclear power is more expensive, slower and will contribute a tiny share of power generation as compared to renewables. The nuclear campaign is designed to undermine renewablesπŸ‘‡πŸ»

12.12.2024 22:48 β€” πŸ‘ 567    πŸ” 427    πŸ’¬ 30    πŸ“Œ 12

I watched 3 Netflix Christmas romances this week - a clear cry for help

12.12.2024 20:33 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Unease as Dutton reveals the cost of his nuclear power plan Peter Dutton will claim his plan for nuclear power in Australia is $263 billion cheaper than Labor's transition to renewables.

There are claims and then there is reality.

12.12.2024 20:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How to keep your plants alive while you're on holiday If you're abandoning indoor plants for a few weeks over summer, and don't have anyone to water them, don't fear. Experts say there are things you can do ensure they survive in your absence.

My goal these holidays - keeping my indoor plants alive!

11.12.2024 20:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One-third of NSW LGAs had no doctors providing medical abortions in 2022 Family Planning Australia has analysed data on medical terminations across NSW, highlighting how access to abortion remains a postcode lottery.

Just not good enough

11.12.2024 20:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Olivia ended up homeless due to family conflict β€” but then she found Ruby's Ruby's House is a rare example of a residential service which supports young people who may otherwise fall into homelessness or couch-surfing due to family conflict.

Love this:
Unique residential program keeping Canberra youth out of homelessness and connected to family - ABC News www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12...

04.12.2024 00:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The online world isn’t always safe. Here’s what to know before posting photos of your child Many parents will use strategies to minimise potential privacy risks, such as by blurring their children’s faces in online posts. But is that enough?

Super important for all the parents out there, especially coming into the end of school year posting frenzy. theconversation.com/the-online-w...

25.11.2024 21:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kyle Sandilands boasts about broadcasting explicit content as Albanese refuses to condemn show Communications minister says there is β€˜no place for sexist, racist or otherwise derogatory language’, but PM declines to comment on Kyle and Jackie O show

This rubbish is now broadcast on our main region radio station. The one my boys listen to. Constant repeats of inappropriate content throughout all programs. My 14 and 12 year old are now refusing listen, Spotify instead!
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21.11.2024 21:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Waiting for exam results can be awful. Our research shows how best to manage the stress We found those who accepted their emotions, without judgement, felt more positive during the wait. This strategy also worked after students got their results, regardless or what they were.

Strategies Listed in this article are not just useful for exam stress but life! theconversation.com/waiting-for-...

17.11.2024 21:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I'm feeling hopeful, in my regional town 2 fruit and veg shops (we haven't had one for 6 years) and a fishmonger have opened in the last 2 months. They join our 3 butchers. Sticking it to the supermarkets.

15.11.2024 21:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Venturing from the dark into the light.

15.11.2024 08:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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