Think Think members represent a strong and unified voice in the media landscape; calling for meaningful change, action and reform that will shape Australia’s future mental health.
‘Triple vaccination seems to reduce the chance of long COVID – but we still need to prepare for a jump in cases‘
The Conversation
Think Tank Chair Professor Maree Teesson on why we need to prepare our health, welfare and disability services to support the growing number of Australians with Long COVID.
‘Advocacy groups call for more funding after 2.2 million Australians report mental health condition‘
SBS News
Following the release of 2021 Census data, Think Tank Chair Professor Maree Teesson and Research Program Officer Scarlett Smout highlight the urgent need to address delays in mental healthcare treatment and macroeconomic factors which can drive mental illness.
‘What’s taking the biggest toll on our mental health?‘
The Conversation
New research, conducted in collaboration with Australia’s Mental Health Think Tank, asked 1,000 Australians about their priority concerns for mental health. Social disconnection, financial stress and the mental health service system were the top three major issues.
‘Cost of living pressures have had a significant impact on Australians’ mental health’
Public Health Association Australia
Australians experienced increasing financial stress, social disconnection and a strained mental health system during COVID-19, according to a new study in collaboration with Australia’s Mental Health Think Tank.
‘Australia needs to decolonise its mental health system and empower more Indigenous psychologists‘
The Guardian
Think Tank member Professor Pat Dudgeon on how wellbeing is seen as holistic, with mental health inseparable from connections to family, culture and Country amongst Aboriginal people.
‘COVID-19: don’t Be fooled, the Kid’s are not okay’
MJA InSight+
Think Tank member Professor Pat McGorry spoke with Cate Swannell about the impact of lockdowns and social restrictions on the mental health and development of young people.
‘Time for politicians to talk about the youth mental health crisis’
Sydney Morning Herald
Think Tank Chair Professor Maree Teesson and Academic Lead Marlee Bower provide steps a newly elected federal government can take to address the root causes of poor mental health in young people.
‘Co-morbidity: Why one mental illness can lead to more’
ABC All in the Mind
Think Tank member Professor John McGrath spoke with Sana Qadar on All in the Mind about the pervasive nature of co-occurring mental health conditions and what that means for treatment and prevention.
‘No one is immune: How Open success, wave of support inspired Kyrgios’ depression revelations‘
Sydney Morning Herald
Think Tank Chair Professor Maree Teesson spoke with SMH about the power of Nick Kyrgios’ openness and honesty around his mental health struggles.
‘I’m worried about how worried I am’
ABC Science
Think Tank member Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin spoke with Dr Norman Swan and Tegan Taylor on ABC’s Coronacast about mental health recovery as we exit out of the acute stage of the pandemic.
‘why it’s crucial to reach out‘
ABC Drive
Think Tank member and Lifeline Chair John Brogden spoke with Richard Glover on ABC Drive about the importance of reaching out and accessing mental health support during the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘COVID-19 and Australia’s Mental Health‘
QLD Mental Health Commission
Queensland Mental Health Commission featured key findings from our comprehensive evidence review ‘COVID-19 and Australia’s Mental Health’ in their latest Leading Reform Blog.
‘Most of us will recover our mental health after lockdown. But some will find it harder to bounce back‘
The Conversation
Our evidence review of 100+ Australian academic and policy documents, together with lived experience accounts, explores who experienced poor mental health in COVID-19 and why.
‘Experts urge higher income support payments to stem youth mental health crisis‘
The Guardian
How do we better support youth mental health during COVID-19? Evidence from Australia’s Mental Health Think Tank shows economic supports are key, but in 2021 these remain limited, even in the face of increasing distress.
‘Healing among Indigenous people is more crucial now than ever. Here’s a way forward‘
The Guardian
Think Tank member Professor Pat Dudgeon on the importance of incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge and wisdom to strengthen collective wellbeing.
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