Should chatbot psychologists be part of the health system?
08 April, 2024 by Amy SarcevicThis year, an announcement that chatbot psychologists could become part of Australia's healthcare system within the next two years sparked controversy in medical and public arenas.
Project to support young people experiencing loneliness
11 March, 2024The project will invite young people to share their personal experiences of loneliness during life transitions and then create an online community space for the public to access.
The Connection Prescription: The Transformative Power of Social Activities in Aged Care
29 January, 2024In a study spanning nearly two decades, researchers unveiled compelling evidence that frequent socialising may significantly extend the lifespan of older individuals.
The role of pharmacists in mental health care
04 December, 2023Pharmacists can play a greater role in helping patients manage their mental health through the quality use of medicines, suggests a new report.
Call for review of 'inadequate' psychedelic-assisted therapy laws
24 November, 2023A group of medical and health practitioners is calling for an urgent review of the current guidelines for the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy in Australia.
National Mental Health Workforce Strategy released
11 October, 2023A National Mental Health Workforce Strategy will guide coordinated action over the next decade for mental health care.
Innovative mental health care delivery
06 October, 2023The new Deakin Private Hospital in Canberra hopes to begin a new era in mental health treatment with an innovative model of care.
Incannex Healthcare, Clarion unveil plans for psychedelic therapy clinic
16 August, 2023A new purpose-built psychedelic-assisted therapy clinic for people living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or treatment-resistant depression (TRD) is set to open in September.
Can psilocybin treat anorexia?
26 July, 2023A single dose of psilocybin, administered alongside psychological support, was safe and well tolerated in a group of 10 adult women with anorexia.
In Conversation with Fleur Wood
11 July, 2023In Conversation provides a glimpse into the life of an 'outlier' — an exceptional person going above and beyond to improve outcomes in their field. Read about Fleur Wood, CEO of South Pacific Private, a treatment centre for addictions, trauma and mental health issues.
What to consider as we embrace medicinal psychedelics
03 July, 2023 by Amy SarcevicAfter decades of little innovation with new treatment options, Australia's mental health sector is experiencing a major paradigm shift, with the introduction of medicinal psychedelics.
Caution, safety and research at the centre of psychedelics memo
28 June, 2023The RANZCP has emphasised the importance of a "safety first" approach to protect some of the most vulnerable people in the community.
Psychological screening tool hopes to improve patient safety
14 June, 2023 by Dr Tim Edwards*, President, Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonsFor registered specialist plastic surgeons, looking for signs of mental health issues has always been an important part of training.
Suicide Prevention Conference comes at critical time
28 April, 2023Suicide Prevention Australia, the national peak body, is hosting the National Suicide Prevention Conference from 1–4 May in Canberra.
Potential anxiety risk in children with asthma
11 April, 2023A significantly increased risk of anxiety was found in children diagnosed with asthma, according to a University of Queensland study.
