Social and emotional wellbeing

 
One in five young people in Australia struggle with a mental health problem and the incidence is rising.
Our research looks at the factors that are causing this increase and what can be done to help make a child more resilient.
Some of the solutions start before birth by supporting the mother to have a less stressful, healthier pregnancy.  Others look at the role of nutrition and parenting.

 

We are piloting a new program called ARBOR (Active Response Bereavement OutReach) to support those newly bereaved by suicide. Read more>>
 
We are looking at the link between maternal stress during pregnancy and the risk of developing behavioural and emotional problems.  Read more>>
 
Our researchers are examining stress and brain development in teenagers to gain a better understanding of how cortisol levels relate to the development of mental health and physical diseases.  Read more>>
 
Our research results who that a high quality breakfast is linked to better mental health in teenagers.  Read more>>
 
We continue our important work in the area of suicide prevention through a range of targeted actrivities and initiatives.  Read more>>
Last updated 12 June 2009