Black Dog Institute
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Creating a mentally healthier world for everyone through innovations in science, education, clinical service, public policy, and knowledge translation.
Sydney, Australia
Joined July 2009
Are you a current mental health practitioner? Join us, along with researchers from UNSW, and Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam, in our exciting research study! We're seeking your professional opinion on the effectiveness and feasibility of a prediction model for personalisation of
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Wishing our community a safe and relaxing holiday period 🧡 Our organisation will be closed until Monday January 6th. For anyone who may need a supportive voice during this time, please consider the contacts and services listed below 👇 Please remember, if your life is in
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During Mental Health Month, there’s often added pressures on Health Professionals, but it is important as ever to check in regarding your own wellbeing! Our TEN Digital Mental Health Check-up is here to assist you in identifying and facing challenges to your emotional wellbeing
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Self-harm remains neglected worldwide, with at least 14 million episodes yearly. In a new Lancet Commission, experts including co-author Helen Christensen, Scientia Professor of Mental Health at @UNSW Sydney and Research Fellow at Black Dog Institute, urge policy action on
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We are pleased to see the government taking action on mental health reform, aligning with several key recommendations from the sector. While this is a crucial step forward, the journey towards a robust mental health system demands timely and coordinated action from all levels of
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We recognise that the healthcare system doesn't always fit the needs of men having thoughts of ending their life. Add your voice to this research, so we can understand what’s helpful 👉 https://t.co/2elatblis1 Lifeline 13 11 14. #mentalhealth #research
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These technical issues have been resolved, and all websites are now available. Thank you for your patience.
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Important Notice: We are experiencing technical issues that have caused some of our sites to become temporarily unavailable, including myCompass, Bite Back, the Online Clinic, NEWSS Mental Health Check and TEN Online Clinic. We are working to resolve this as quickly as possible.
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A national survey of healthcare workers conducted in 2020 identified high levels of burnout, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. These insights demonstrated a clear need for organisations to ‘future proof’ their frontline workforce. Read more information 👉 https://t.co/mpKE3mmFDh
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Sign up for our next free, accredited webinar for #GPs & allied #healthprofessionals 👇 This webinar on Adult ADHD is hosted by Dr Jan Orman MBBS MPsychMed. Jan's a Sydney GP with a special interest in #mentalhealth & psychological medicine. Register 👉 https://t.co/WZxs3oA5Q8
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Black Dog Institute, @Sydney_Uni and @Inroads_program is looking for people aged 17-30 to participate in a research study investigating two online programs for #anxiety and #drinking concerns. To register, sign up here 👉 https://t.co/XKqCDMGhio
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Today, leading mental health organisations have urged the government to establish national guidelines for implementing evidence-based mental health programs in #schools. A new policy brief has been launched. Read more info and full article here 👉 https://t.co/vOsQ1jEnQh
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Are you living in Australia and struggling with social anxiety? 🫣 @blackdoginst and @UNSW are currently recruiting participants for a 7-day online cognitive behavioural therapy program for social anxiety. For more information visit: https://t.co/QeQCCPoQxR
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MHA CEO Carolyn Nikoloski joined @blackdoginst for the launch of the Centre of Research Excellence in Depression Treatment Precision at Parliament House in Canberra today. Congratulations Professor, Executive Director and Chief Scientist Samuel Harvey and the Black Dog Ins team!
Today, we have taken a significant step towards revolutionising how we treat depression with the launch of the Centre of Research Excellence in Depression Treatment Precision. Read the full article here 👉 https://t.co/CStq77zIHZ
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Today, we have taken a significant step towards revolutionising how we treat depression with the launch of the Centre of Research Excellence in Depression Treatment Precision. Read the full article here 👉 https://t.co/CStq77zIHZ
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CRESP-2, the NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence in Suicide Prevention, represents a unique collaboration across six universities and multiple disciplines to address suicide, a priority area in public health. Download our final report here 👉 https://t.co/oo82xNU17j
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Achieving better mental health requires changing the #mentalhealth system. Today, we are launching a new campaign to 'Fully Fund Mental Health in NSW', in partnership with other leading mental health organisations. Read the full article here 👉 https://t.co/ygzSTZFMGC
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We are proud to share with you a short film on how to safely support a suicidal young adult. Now open for all ages 16 years and over! To watch this film, and be involved in the drive to lower rates of #youth suicide, follow the link 👉 https://t.co/2w79JcNNfh
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#Healthprofessionals are increasingly being asked what community members can do to assist a person in maintaining their dignity and quality of life after a diagnosis of #dementia. Register now for our 27th February free, accredited online #webinar here 👉 https://t.co/WZxs3oA5Q8
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