How Better Designed Therapy Spaces Could Improve Mental Health Treatment
The buildings we inhabit can change the way we feel. That's particularly relevant when designing mental health spaces, and yet there are no real...
The Australian Scientists Cracking the Genetic Code of Clinical Depression
Two-thirds of Australians with clinical depression have used multiple antidepressants to manage their condition, the nation's largest study on...
Mental Health and Homelessness - Housing Coupled with Support Brings Health and Economic Benefits
Mental health problems are far more common among people who are homeless. Not having a safe place to sleep causes further anxiety and stress on top...
Medical Staff Mental Illness: Getting Help With No Fear
An expert advisory committee will examine how regulatory bodies can seek to protect patient safety without discouraging health practitioners from...
An Outline of Recovery Based, Psychology Focussed Therapeutic Groups in an Inpatient Mental Health Unit
The Adult Mental Health Unit (AMHU) at The Canberra Hospital is an acute inpatient unit that provides treatment for people with severe mental health...
Understanding and Addressing the Causes of Behaviour
Dementia Support Australia (DSA) consultants often find that the smallest changes can have the biggest impact on a person’s wellbeing. Just like they...
MateCheck - The Award-Winning Mental Health and Safety Platform
MateCheck specialise in mental health and safety in the workplace. This unique and comprehensive platform has won numerous awards for its innovation...
Australia's First Ever 'Dementia Village' Will Be Built In Tasmania
A $25 million village for people with dementia will be built in Tasmania, aimed at providing a real life experience for those with the disease.
The Opportunities and Challenges for Public and Private Mental Health Services in Australia
In August 2015 a presentation to the 16th International Mental Health Conference by Sandy Thomson from GovernancePlus provided delegates with an...
Meet Like Minded Professionals at the 2017 Vanuatu Medical Conference
The Gold Coast Medical Association (GCMA) and the Vanuatu Medical and Dental Association (VMDA) to join together this September to present their...