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'Isolation and shame': Australians are avoiding perinatal mental health support, new research reveals

'Isolation and shame': Australians are avoiding perinatal mental health support, new research reveals

Update: 2025-11-22
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Around one in four Australians are failing to seek support when experiencing perinatal mental health issues. Experts say the data released by the Gidget Foundation highlights a lack of awareness around signs and symptoms, and ongoing stigma around the issue.
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'Isolation and shame': Australians are avoiding perinatal mental health support, new research reveals

'Isolation and shame': Australians are avoiding perinatal mental health support, new research reveals