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30 Oct 2021... Information for people living in or visiting the residential aged care facility A translated resource with information about the signs, causes and management of depression for residents, families and carers.

28 Mar 2013... Universal Stories of Healing from Depression is an audio-visual resource which has been developed to raise awareness of depression in refugee communities.

01 Jun 2007... Information about Depression, symptoms and where to get help.

20 Jan 2015... The Kessler (K10) measure is a 10-item self-report questionnaire intended to yield a global measure of 'psychological distress' based on questions about the level of anxiety and depressive symptoms in the most recent 4-week period. K-10 WHO Copyright and Citation

12 Dec 2019... The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is a validated screening tool for depression during pregnancy and the postnatal period. These translations have been linguistically validated by Western Sydney Local Health District Translation Services. The EPDS is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument, and helps identify women who require further mental health assessment. Screening should occur early in pregnancy, at least once later in pregnancy, and again 6–12 weeks after birth, with a repeat screen during the first postnatal year. Women scoring 10–12 should be monitored and re-screened in 2–4 weeks. Scores of 13 or more require further assessment. Any positive response to Question 10 requires immediate mental health assessment and urgent action if suicidal ideation is disclosed.

24 May 2016... Universal Stories of Healing from Depression is an audio-visual resource which has been developed to raise awareness of depression in refugee communities.

30 Aug 2002... There are a number of ways to work out how serious our children's feelings are.

24 Feb 2025... PANDA's online mental health checklist is designed specifically for new and expecting families. The checklist allows mums, dads, non-birth parents and family to self-assess how they are feeling and offers pathways to support where needed. It was translated in collaboration with each language group to ensure it is culturally sensitive. The checklist asks questions about possible symptoms of perinatal anxiety and depression, focusing on three key areas: physical and behavioural changes, thoughts and feelings, and relationships. 

12 Dec 2019... The Edinburgh Depression Scale (EPDS) is a questionnaire used to check for depression during and after pregnancy. It is a screening tool only — it does not diagnose depression but helps identify women who need further support. When to use it: During pregnancy: as early as possible, then at least once more After birth: at 6–12 weeks, then at least once more in the first year What to do with the score: 10–12: Keep an eye on the woman and repeat the questionnaire in 2–4 weeks 13 or more: Refer for a fuller mental health assessment Question 10 flags a concern: Act straight away — if the woman mentions thoughts of self-harm, follow your local urgent care protocol Use the correct NSW Health forms for each stage.

20 Mar 2019... This factsheet is to help understand more about antenatal or postnatal anxiety and depression concerns and where to go for further information and help.