Edith Cowan University
ECU spotlight on innovative student research
WA Mental Health Week provides an opportunity to shine a spotlight the innovative student research that is making positive progress in the critical field of mental health.
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Edith Cowan University
Championing Wellbeing Education
This WA Mental Health Week ECU spotlights research on the intricate relationship between education and wellbeing, as a key element of positive mental health.
Edith Cowan University
ECU's new peer-led space breaking down barriers
Research shows that mental health challenges can greatly hinder academic achievement, and for many, these challenges are compounded by difficulties accessing support.
Edith Cowan University
ECU partners with the WA mining sector to create a culture of respect and safety
The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Centre is an ECU industry collaboration centre that is working with the mining sector to build a culture of safety and respect, which has great potential to positively impact the mental and physical health of those in the industry.
University of New England
Farmers on the frontline of extreme weather events
Professor of Nursing Kim Usher and Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology Dr Kylie Rice – both landholders themselves – are collaborating with Australian farming organisations to understand the wellbeing of primary producers.
CQUniversity Australia
STEPS to psychological success
By combining his studies with his lived experience, the current Bachelor of Psychological Science student said he hoped to advocate for greater awareness, acceptance and resources for individuals.
The University of Newcastle
Walk-and-Talk: University of Newcastle team taking men’s therapy outdoors
Depression is a leading mental health concern in men. Yet, less than half of affected men seek professional help, and when they do, services are often not responsive to their needs.
Edith Cowan University
New and affordable counselling services address critical need in Perth's north
A range of affordable counselling services are now open to the public at the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Health Centre, Wanneroo.
Macquarie University
Online treatment as effective as face-to-face for kids with anxiety, study finds
An online program to help children and teenagers beat anxiety has been shown to be as effective in the long term as treatment with a therapist, potentially improving access to care while saving families money.
Edith Cowan University
Navigating the crossroads of youth justice and policing: Call for holistic approach
In the field of youth justice and policing, navigating the complex landscape requires more than just law enforcement measures
University of New England
Forum calls for greater mental health support in schools
Student Support Officers are needed in NSW primary schools to address the continuing fallout of COVID lockdowns and mounting mental health crisis, according to the organisers of a University of New England forum.
University of Southern Queensland
Fight against children’s mental health crisis gains Momentum
A free online mental health platform co-designed by young people, for young people has been launched to tackle the ongoing children’s mental health crisis.