A Study Of The Impact Of Psychological Distress And Disadvantage On The Educational Outcomes Of Tertiary Students
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$70,511.00
Summary
The study will examine differences in psychological distress over time between socio-economically disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged tertiary students and, in turn, the potential role of psychological distress in explaining any differences between these groups in course non-completion or completion. The knowledge gained from the study can inform programs and interventions designed to prevent or reduce tertiary student mental health problems and course non-completion.
Early Psychosis Workforce: Development Of Core Competencies For Mental Health Professionals Working In The Field Of Early Psychosis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$128,332.00
Summary
I am a mental health clinician with over 10 years experience working with young people. I intend to develop a set of core competencies (knowledge, attitudes, skills) for mental health professionals working with clients who have recently experienced their first epsiode of psychosis and evaluate how the competency standards are implemented in clinical practice.
Working Conditions, Job Stress And Mental Health Of Family Day Care Providers: Implications For Quality Of Caregiving.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$93,630.00
Summary
Over 100,000 children attend family day care in the homes of 12,000 providers in Australia. Family day carers work under challenging conditions and many carers leave the profession annually. The working conditions, mental health and job stress of family day carers and how their mental health may relate to quality of care has not been investigated. This PhD study will examine these issues and explore if and how a systems approach can improve family day carer mental health and job satisfaction.
Building A Suicide Prevention Campaign Targeted At Family Members And Friends Of Those At Risk Of Suicide
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$44,501.00
Summary
This research consists of a series of four studies that aim to identify the most appropriate messages for a suicide prevention campaign aimed at family members and friends of a person at risk of suicide. This campaign would aim to increase the likelihood that those family members and friends would identify that person's risk and intervene in an appropriate way to keep them safe and encourage them to get the professional help they need.
Understanding Women’s Experiences Of Endometriosis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$83,595.00
Summary
Endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting one in 10 women in Australia. It is associated with many debilitating symptoms including pelvic pain and infertility; which contribute substantial economic burden. It cannot be cured. Very little is known about how women experience this disease. The current study will invite women with endometriosis to participate in interviews about their experience. The findings of this research will contribute to improved health care for the management of endomet ....Endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting one in 10 women in Australia. It is associated with many debilitating symptoms including pelvic pain and infertility; which contribute substantial economic burden. It cannot be cured. Very little is known about how women experience this disease. The current study will invite women with endometriosis to participate in interviews about their experience. The findings of this research will contribute to improved health care for the management of endometriosis.Read moreRead less
Do Personal Factors And Attitudes In Older Carers Act As Moderating Factors And Limit The Utility Of Physical Activity As A Public Health Intervention?
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$102,063.00
Summary
The ageing population is expected to greatly accelerate the community burden of care for those with dementia and other age related illnesses. Recent data showed that there were 2.6 million carers in Australia, including 520 000 who are aged over 60 years old. Carer burden is a huge social and economic problem. This study will investigate the personal factors which make carers at higher risk of preventable poor physical and mental health, as well as how these factors may impact on intervention ou ....The ageing population is expected to greatly accelerate the community burden of care for those with dementia and other age related illnesses. Recent data showed that there were 2.6 million carers in Australia, including 520 000 who are aged over 60 years old. Carer burden is a huge social and economic problem. This study will investigate the personal factors which make carers at higher risk of preventable poor physical and mental health, as well as how these factors may impact on intervention outcomes.Read moreRead less
Exploring The Meaning And Experience Of Cardiovascular Health Of People Who Live With Severe And Persistent Mental Illness.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$89,114.00
Summary
People with serious mental illness die up to 25 years before their peers, mostly from cardiovascular disease. Despite extensive research, we have made little impact on addressing this health inequity. By exploring the experience and meaning of personal cardiovascular health to people with severe mental illness, this study aims to generate new knowledge that will inform the tailoring of cardiovascular health promotion interventions that meet the unique requirements of this vulnerable population.
The Built Environment's Influence On Child Mental Health
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$92,982.00
Summary
A neighbourhood's physical environment plays an important role in shaping the health of its community. It provides paths for walking, parks for playing, and opportunities for social interaction and cohesion. The aim of this research is to identify what elements of the physical environment children have relationships with, and understand how these elements influence their mental health.
Implementing Safewards In Victoria: Evaluating Acceptability And Outcomes For Consumers And Staff
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$81,802.00
Summary
Safewards is a theory and specific strategies for inpatient mental health services, intended to create a safer and more supportive environment. Safewards was trialled in Victorian wards, this project will utilise the information collected in the trial. It aims to understand the impact of the implementation of Safewards from the perspectives of consumers and staff. Ultimately my research will provide evidence about the appropriateness of Safewards in Victorian mental health inpatient services.
The Development Of An Effective Response For The Management Of Suicidality In Primary Care For Patients With Depressive Symptoms
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$98,238.00
Summary
This study aims to improve the identification of and response to suicidality in primary care for people with depressive symptoms. It will utilise diamond collected as part of the diamond study, a mixed methods cohort study on depression in primary care. It will be the first study in suicidality research to investigate the natural history trajectories of suicidal ideation and health service use over time in a primary care cohort with depressive symptoms.