Understanding the causes of psychological disorders
Researchers from Macquarie University are interested in understanding what people believe causes psychological disorders. They are asking people to help with their research by completing an online survey. Participants will be asked some simple questions about themselves and invited to share their opinions about the causes of psychological disorders. For more information or to learn
Expertise and experience needed for reform project workshops
Healthy North Coast is holding workshops this week to help improve the design and delivery of mental health and alcohol and other drugs (AOD) services in our region. The workshops, being held with our local health partners, the North Coast community and health care providers, are part of a new reform project for mental health,
Healthy North Coast invites you to participate in the upcoming reform project
We need your experience and expertise to help us improve the design and delivery of mental health and alcohol and other drugs (AOD) services in our region. Healthy North Coast is working with our local health partners, the North Coast community and health care providers on a new reform project for mental health, suicide prevention
New temporary home for headspace Lismore
headspace Lismore has a new home at the Lismore Health Precinct located at Southern Cross University’s Health Clinic, P Block, Rifle Range Road, East Lismore. headspace is open and ready to support young people with their mental health and wellbeing, and help them navigate life’s challenges. Call headspace Lismore on (02) 6625 0200, email at enquiries@headspace-lismore.org.au or drop
State of the Nation in Suicide Prevention Survey
Suicide Prevention Australia exist to provide a clear, collective voice for suicide prevention. The third iteration of their annual State of the Nation in Suicide Prevention survey has been released to continue developing a view of the current suicide prevention landscape in Australia. Take the Survey About the survey The survey invites researchers,
Proposals sought for Northern NSW Strong Community Program
Proposals are now open for providers interested in delivering the Northern NSW Strong Community Program. Healthy North Coast, Bullinah Aboriginal Health Service, Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation and Rekindling the Spirit are seeking proposals from qualified and experienced organisations. This program is funded under the consortia Northern NSW Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing Program. It
Opportunity to participate in gender and mental health project
Call-out for research project exploring the experiences of women who have received involuntary (unwanted) mental health treatment.
Expert insights – exposure therapy in childhood anxiety disorders
The Black Dog Institute is piloting a new, 30-minute webinar series with a focus on short mental health interventions for use in practice.
Comcare release GP Psychological Assessment Guide for capacity to work
This Comcare guide will help GPs to perform psychological assessments of capacity for work and make recommendations for reasonable adjustments to support performance of work duties.
Free webinar: an interdisciplinary approach to perinatal anxiety and depression
The Mental Health Professionals Network are hosting a free webinar for health care professionals on 12 May to explore perinatal anxiety and depression with key experts.
Head to Health connecting people to mental health care and support
Lismore’s Head to Health hub is offering short and medium-term care and service navigation to people experiencing mental health issues, distress, or crisis. Located at Healthy North Coast’s new Lismore Primary Health Precinct, Head to Health hubs provide a welcoming, low stigma, soft entry point for engagement, assessment and treatment. They offer free mental health support
$5 million in grants to support mental health and wellbeing
21 April 2022 NSW Health media release Community Wellbeing and Resilience Flood Recovery Grants are now available to support the wellbeing and mental health of residents in flood impacted areas across Northern NSW. Minister for Regional Health and Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor said the grants will be allocated to non-government organisations to help
