Young People and Mental Health
#WorldMentalHealthDay – focusing on the needs of young people. It’s time to take a stand and demand more for this vulnerable population – our future depends on it!
Latest Posts
Video gaming and adolescents
The immense popularity of the game Fortnite has reinvigorated public debate around video gaming and adolescents.
Disciplinary slapping is associated with bullying in adolescence
Frequent and occasional slapping was associated with increased odds of youth being identified as bullies or bully-victims.
Meet our new International PhD Student!
Welcome our new PhD exchange student from the Institute of Child and Adolescent Health of Peking University!
Amphetamine use in the Fourth Decade of Life
A new report indicates that one in four Australians in their mid-30s have used amphetamines and one in 15 reported still using amphetamines.
Congratulations to Dr Rohan Borschmann!
An honoured recipient of the Early Career Research award at the 2018 Australian Psychological Society Congress 2018!
Global Ideas Forum 2018
The Global Ideas Forum brings together experts from a wide range of industries to discuss global health and technology.
Parent separations linked with increased risk of depression and antisocial behaviour in adolescents
56% of adolescents in dissolved families show signs of positive development in emerging adulthood (19-20yrs).
Dear Dyslexic Foundation Night of Hope Gala
Australia’s first fundraising gala for adults with dyslexia, honours Dr Nola Firth with an award in her name.
Riding to the Rock for ChIPS!
ChIPS is an amazing peer support program for young people, led by young people – you can help Dr Mick raise funds for ChIPS by supporting his ‘Ride to the Rock’.