Griffith faces up to the issues of World Mental Health Day
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This Wednesday 10 October, is World Mental Health Day and, as a leading institution in the field, Griffith has a range of expertise and programs which link to this year’s theme, ‘Young people and mental health in a changing world’. The aim is to bring attention to the issues our youth and young adults are facing in our world today and bring the […]
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No overall change in suspected suicide rate this year
There have been five more suspected suicides this year than last, but significantly fewer than 2017, new data from the interim Queensland Suicide Register (iQSR) shows. Short-term data from police reports comprising the iQSR recorded 508 suspected suicides from January 1 to August 31 2020, five more than the same period in 2019 (503) but […]
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Griffith experts agree representation matters in healthcare
A Griffith panel of experts has explained why it is essential that patients from all walks of life see themselves represented by the clinicians that treat them.
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Reasons for living study reveals insights into suicide prevention workforce
Connection to others and service are the two main reasons for living among those with lived experience of suicide entering the suicide prevention workforce.
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Online program helps kids beat COVID-19 stress
A series of YouTube videos aims to help alleviate young people’s stress and anxiety about COVID-19.
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Laughter the underestimated antidote for struggling communities
Increasing our daily dose of laughter is key to fighting the rising toll of depression, especially in the wake of recent crises around the nation, a Griffith researcher has found. Griffith University adjunct lecturer in Suicidology and stand-up comedian for more than 20 years Mark McConville, has recently returned from an outback tour of his […]
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NHMRC-EU project to improve mental health and reduce suicide risk
A Griffith University NHMRC-EU project aims to improve mental health and reduce the risk of suicide in the construction, health and ICT sectors.
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Crucial timing for global suicide congress
An international congress for suicide prevention and intervention at the Gold Coast could not come at a more crucial time, according to Pro Vice Chancellor (Health) Professor Sheena Reilly.
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Griffith researchers awarded $5 million grant to help children’s mental wellbeing
Griffith University researchers leading a project to develop an online platform giving young people access to tailored mental health information and support.
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AISRAP partners with ‘lived experience’ advocates to boost suicide prevention
Support groups for people living in the shadow of suicide are beginning to grow around Australia and become more effective advocates. Advocates in the fields of health and social support often struggle in their early years to find a solid evidence base to guide their growth and programs. In the case of suicide prevention, this […]
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Masters of Suicidology graduate wins at Suicide Prevention Awards
Reducing the high rate of suicide within the construction industry has been the successful outcome for Griffith Masters of Suicidology graduate Jorgen Gullestrup.
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Griffith makes Australian top 10 on research publication rankings
Griffith University is in the top ten of Australian institutions according to a new performance measure ranking universities on a range of published research criteria.
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Suicidology graduate improving mental health in young people
Improving mental health support for young people who’ve suffered bereavement is the focus for Griffith University Masters of Suicidology graduate Karl Andriessen.
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Not supporting mental health in the workplace – a breach of human rights?
Discrimination against people with mental illness is commonly occurring in the workplace, with unlawful practices needing immediate attention as part of the campaign for suicide prevention.
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Running to raise awareness of suicide prevention
Even the seemingly most exuberant of us still have our dark days. Forty-five year old New Zealand born husband and father of two, Justin Geange is no stranger to depression.
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Griffith psychiatrist honoured with prestigious award
Providing the first community-based Post Traumatic Stress Disorder treatment for war veterans is just one of the achievements of Professor David Crompton, the latest recipient of the Margaret Tobin Award.
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Griffith grad raising mental health awareness in world of work and study
A passion for improving mental health in the workplace has been the fuel behind the successful career of Griffith University graduate Ingrid Ozols.
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Self harm on the increase in young people
Self harm amongst young Australians is on the increase, however more needs to be done to understand and address the problem.