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The Centre for Emotional Health aim to improve emotional health across the lifespan through scientific research, intervention and dissemination.
North Ryde, Sydney
Joined May 2011
Congratulations @DrLMcLellan and team on the @ausrotaryhealth grant success! π Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more grant success updates and to follow this project.
An @ausrotaryhealth Project Grant has been awarded to a new three-year project, "Responding to rising child anxiety in schools β A scalable implementation of Cool Kids Online @ School." Led by @DrLMcLellan, the project brings together a team of cross-disciplinary Lifespan Centre
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We are thrilled to celebrate these well-deserved promotions across the Centre. Congratulations to @MadelyneBisby, @DrLMcLellan and Rick Wassing on this fantastic milestone π Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more updates!
π Weβre delighted to share that three members of the Centre have been promoted! β¨ Madelyne Bisby - Senior Lecturer β¨ Lauren McLellan - Associate Professor β¨ Rick Wassing - Senior Lecturer Congratulations to all! π @PsyMQ @DrLMcLellan @MadelyneBisby @rickwassing
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With new age restrictions on social media on their way, many teens will face big changes in how they connect and spend time online. This transition can be challenging - especially for teens already struggling with anxiety. Chilled Out Online provides evidence-based tools to help
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Huge congratulations to A/Prof @MiriForbes for being recognised by @Clarivate as a Highly Cited Researcher π A remarkable milestone and a testament to your dedication, excellence, and hard work π Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more research updates!
π We are thrilled to share that A/Prof @MiriForbes has been recognised as a Highly Cited Researcher. This title is awarded to researchers whose work ranks in the top 1% of citations in their field over the past 11 years. Huge congratulations, Miri! π @PsyMQ @Clarivate
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More wonderful presentations from members of the @Lifespan_MQ at the #AACBT2025 Conference π Follow the Centre for more research updates!
What a fantastic Lifespan symposium at #AACBT2025 with @Sophiejdickson, Dr Jessamine Chen, Dr Jessica Belcher and Professor Allison Waters as Discussant. A great showcase of collaborative #research and innovation in cognitive behaviour therapy! π @AACBT_org_au @PsyMQ
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Congratulations to Ella Oar for receiving the Tracey Goodall Early Career Award at the #AACBT2025 Conference π Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more news and updates!
We loved seeing Dr Ella Oar take the stage at #AACBT2025 to receive the Tracey Goodall Early Career Award π She joined a panel sharing insights on how her #childanxiety #research enhances treatment benefits for children & families. Congratulations Ella! π @PsyMQ @AACBT_org_au
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π§ Β Only 2 weeks to go! Join us on Oct 29 for a seminar exploring the science of common mental disorders. Secure your spot today π
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Register on Humanitix - Mental Health Month Public Lecture: Mental Disorders 101 - An Explainer hosted by [email protected]. Find event information.
π§ Join Prof @VivianaWuthrich for MQβs 15th Annual Mental Health Month Public Lecture. Learn about common mental disorders, what causes them, how do you know if you have one & what can be done to treat these disorders π Register now https://t.co/V6MxQJktuM
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EOIs for the 2026 Cool Kids Autism Group sessions are open now. Register your interest via the link in the post below π and follow @Lifespan_MQ for updates on our clinic services
Does your child with #autism experience #anxiety? Our #CoolKids Autism Group helps kids build coping skills, #confidence & manage #worries in a supportive group setting. EOIs for 2026 are open now βοΈ Register your interest https://t.co/Rqtq0wovNR
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In this third and final post from @Lifespan_MQ for #InternationalDayofOlderPersons: Protecting Our Elders - When Decision-Making Rights Are at Risk. Read the blog below and follow the Centre for more research on older adult mental health π
ππ In this third post for the #InternationalDayofOlderPersons: Protecting Our Elders β When Decision-Making Rights Are at Risk. Protecting older Australians' right to make their own decisions is essential to preventing abuse. Read our blog here π https://t.co/LpKbACIAFp
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In this second post from @Lifespan_MQ for #InternationalDayofOlderPersons: Are older adults too βset in their waysβ to learn CBT skills? Itβs a common assumption, but research shows otherwise. Read the full research paper below & follow @Lifespan_MQ for more research updates
ππIn this second post for #InternationalDayofOlderPersons: Are #olderadults too βset in their waysβ for CBT? Research shows they can learn restructuring skills just as well as other age groups - itβs flexibility, not age, that matters π Read more https://t.co/fhgD6WABFV
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Today we celebrate #InternationalDayofOlderPersons π @Lifespan_MQ has a strong research focus on older adult mental health. Check out a new study from the Centre below and follow @Lifespan_MQ for more research updates!
Today is #InternationalDayofOlderPersons ππ Research led by @DrDianaMatovic shows older adults often process information more positively than younger adults - a strength that supports wellbeing and resilience. Learn more https://t.co/Nvw9JjvZAP & https://t.co/rJA8CTQXv3
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β°Only 4 weeks to go! Join Prof @VivianaWuthrich for MQβs 15th Annual Mental Health Month Public Lecture. Learn about common mental disorders, what causes them, how do you know if you have one & what can be done to treat these disorders. Register π https://t.co/abn18kcHTt
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events.humanitix.com
Register on Humanitix - Mental Health Month Public Lecture: Mental Disorders 101 - An Explainer hosted by [email protected]. Find event information.
π§ Join Prof @VivianaWuthrich for MQβs 15th Annual Mental Health Month Public Lecture. Learn about common mental disorders, what causes them, how do you know if you have one & what can be done to treat these disorders π Register now https://t.co/V6MxQJktuM
@PsyMQ
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Exams can be a stressful time for students & parents. Check out this webinar explaining why students feel stressed, what stress might look like & tips on how parents can support their teen to manage stress π Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more free resources!
π For many students & their families, Year 11 & 12 exams can be a stressful time π₯ In this webinar, Dr Jessica Belcher explains why students feel stressed, what stress might look like & shares tips on how parents can support teens to manage stress https://t.co/RD2HTko9ag
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Fascinating conversation with A/Prof @CarlyJohnco on ABC Life Matters ποΈCan we really change aspects of our #personality? What does #psychology tell us about making lasting changes in our lives? Link to the interview below πFor more research and insights, follow @Lifespan_MQ
Is it possible to change your personality? Associate Professor @CarlyJohnco joins ABC Life Matters to explore the science of #personality and what #psychology tells us about making real, lasting changes in our lives. Listen here π https://t.co/IwUXxtozvo
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A big congratulations to Dr Ella Oar on receiving the 2025 Tracey Goodall Early Career Award! π For more research news and updates from the Centre, follow @Lifespan_MQ
We are thrilled to announce Dr Ella Oar has been awarded the 2025 Tracey Goodall Early Career Award! π Presented by @@AACBT_org_au, this award celebrates outstanding early-career contributions to CBT through research, teaching & clinical innovation. Congratulations Ella! @PsyMQ
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The @Lifepan_MQ is offering free treatment for #anxiety in children as part of the Strengthening Memory and Anxiety Reduction Trial (SMART). Families receive evidence-based support while also helping us to improve treatments for young people. For more information, see belowπ
Weβre offering free treatment for #anxiety in #children as part of the Strengthening Memory & Anxiety Reduction Trial (SMART). Families receive #evidence-based support while also helping us to improve treatments for young people. Visit https://t.co/1yj00OzcYO
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Join @DrDianaMatovic in Burwood on 23 Sept for this special event in Korean on dementia prevention and social wellbeing. Register here π https://t.co/YeooI5VuSQ Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more events!
Join @DrDianaMatovic for Dementia Prevention & Social Connections - In Korean (μΉλ§€ μλ°©κ³Ό μ¬νμ μ°κ²°) νκ΅μ΄λ‘. Youβll learn ways to keep your brain healthy as you age - from diet & exercise to emotional resilience & social connection. Register π https://t.co/qEOReIMkz8
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These free, evidence-based resources by @DrDianaMatovic support older people with #MCI or #dementia & their carers to stay socially engaged. Watch the video & access the resources in the post below. Follow @Lifespan_MQ to stay up to date with new resources created by the Centre
Staying socially connected is important for wellbeing, especially for people with MCI or dementia. @DrDianaMatovic created free, evidence-based resources for carers & families π https://t.co/1Tr6AbV94j Learn more in this video made w/ @DementiaAus
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Congratualtions team! All the best for the award night π Follow @Lifespan_MQ for more news from the Centre!
π A big congrats to Prof @VivianaWuthrich, Dr Jessamine Chen, CIVIC MQ & the team behind the Ageing Wisely filmsπWe are proud to share they have been named Finalists in the 2025 Mental Health Matters - Media & Arts Awards!β¨ Good luck to the team! @PsyMQ @mentalhealthnsw
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Do you ever wonder: - What is an #anxiety disorder exactly? - What causes #depression? - What is a panic attack? Join this introductory seminar to understand more about the science of common #mentaldisordersπ https://t.co/abn18kcHTt
events.humanitix.com
Register on Humanitix - Mental Health Month Public Lecture: Mental Disorders 101 - An Explainer hosted by [email protected]. Find event information.
π§ Join Prof @VivianaWuthrich for MQβs 15th Annual Mental Health Month Public Lecture. Learn about common mental disorders, what causes them, how do you know if you have one & what can be done to treat these disorders π Register now https://t.co/V6MxQJktuM
@PsyMQ
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