Fresh treatment hope for frontline workers with PTSD Emergency service workers dealing with post traumatic stress disorder could have their treatment transformed with the assistance of new guidelines. AAP · Nov 12, 2024
To Kathmandu with didgeridoo: Blak Trekkers on Everest The Blak Trekkers made the physically, emotionally and psychologically difficult trip to Everest Base Camp to raise awareness of Indigenous mental health. AAP · Mar 22, 2024
Almost half of all teachers looking to quit: survey Almost one in two teachers are considering quitting while 70 per cent say they're saddled with an unmanageable workload, the Black Dog Institute says. AAP · Feb 24, 2023
The definition of burnout needs to change, argues Black Dog Institute founder Gordon Parker How we understand burnout needs to change, argues Black Dog Institute founder Gordon Parker. He says there's too much blame placed on individuals. ABC News · Feb 12, 2023
Burnout over Christmas: How to cope as 2022 ends December can be overwhelming for some with work and social events, however, there are some simple ways to manage burnout. The New Daily · Dec 11, 2022
AI could help predict suicides – but rushing the technology could lead to big mistakes In the UK, a quarter of people who take their own lives were in contact with a health professional the previous week, and most have spoken to someone within the last month. Yet assessing patient suicide risk remains extremely difficult. The Conversation · Oct 20, 2022
Mental health researchers investigate link between screen time and depression reported by Australian teens Australian researchers have been digging deeper into the links between young people, screen use and mental health. ABC News · Oct 3, 2022
Daniel Fitzgerald rides from Western Australia to Victoria to raise money for Black Dog Institute A West Australian man's cycling journey from Esperance to Omeo in Victoria is starting plenty of important conversations along the way. ABC News · Sep 29, 2022
'Sometimes I don't have the words for things': how we are using art to research stigma and marginalisation There’s growing recognition that creative pursuits like painting, singing or dancing can have a positive impact on physical and mental health, can lessen isolation, and can increase connection to community. The Conversation · Jul 11, 2022
Could art on prescription be the key to turning around mental ill health? Six months ago, Bronwyn thought art therapy was a pretentious activity for the inner-city elite. But one day she took a leap of faith and has never looked back. ABC News · May 20, 2022
UNSW’s Felt Experience and Empathy Lab combines art and technology to design psychosocial supports for wellbeing With mental health concerns on the rise and treatment rates still lagging, psychologists and artists are teaming up to create experiences that instantly improve mood but also build resilience. ABC News · May 16, 2022
Volley’s Released A Shoe W/ A Detachable Mullet So Your Legs Can Have A Party In The Back Too Business in the front, party on your calf. Pedestrian.tv · Apr 7, 2022