COVID prompted discussion about how we reconcile economic priorities with our collective mental health and wellbeing. Why can’t we have both? Should we broaden our focus past economic growth and the simplistic notion that ‘the economy comes first’ to include the ‘mental wealth’ of our nation. What would that even mean? How would it help? How would you measure it?&nbsp; SMH Economics Editor Ross Gittins joins us to discuss.
If you have any questions or comments email Ian and James at <a href="mailto:mindingyourmind2@gmail.com">mindingyourmind2@gmail.com</a> . Let them know any other topics you’d like them to cover.
To find out more about depression and support services you can contact Head to Health at <a href="http://www.headtohealth.gov.au/">www.headtohealth.gov.au</a>&nbsp; Beyond Blue at <a href="http://www.beyondblue.org.au/">www.beyondblue.org.au</a> , Lifeline at <a href="http://www.lifeline.org.au/">www.lifeline.org.au</a> or on 13 11 14 and <a href="http://www.headspace.org.au/">www.headspace.org.au</a>. Thanks to Future Generation Global

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Mental health expert Prof Ian Hickie and author &amp; broadcaster James O’Loghlin explore all aspects of mental health; the different types of mental health issues we can experience, their causes, how they affect us, and what we can do to get help and find solutions. Follow us on Instagram: @mindingyourmindpodcast