Mixed neurodegenerative pathologies, including CTE, found in multiple former elite-level Australian rugby code players
March 20, 2024The new case series, published today in the Journal of Neuropathology and Applied Neurobiology in collaboration with the University of Sydney, Alfred Health and Harvard Medical School, includes clinicopathological analysis of the brains of six former elite-level Australian rugby league and union players, donated to the Former Elite-Level Athlete Brain Health Research Program.
Study eases concern at antipsychotics use in pregnancy
March 18, 2024The use of antipsychotics during pregnancy isn’t linked to childhood neurodevelopmental disorders or learning difficulties, UNSW Sydney-led study shows – giving assurance to those concerned about continuing their medications during pregnancy.
NeuRA research reveals complex interplay of nature and nurture in emotion and cognition
February 15, 2024The way our brain processes different emotional and cognitive tasks may be underpinned by common factors, find scientists from Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) and UNSW Sydney.
Anti-inflammatory drug found to help adults with severe schizophrenia
January 23, 2024Research conducted at Neuroscience Research Australia has found that an injection of an anti-flammatory biological known as Canakinumab in patients with schizophrenia and elevated inflammation brought about a decrease in psychotic symptom severity and inflammation. The research was published in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity.
Gamified at-home exercises shown to effectively prevent falls in older people
January 17, 2024The way our brain processes different emotional and cognitive tasks may be underpinned by common factors, find scientists from Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) and UNSW Sydney.
Nurturing your mental wellbeing amid financial stress
November 23, 2023The current economic situation in Australia is not only affecting people’s financial well-being but also taking a toll on their mental health. Factors like housing affordability, rising living costs, and limited job opportunities are causing financial stress, leading to various negative consequences for individuals and their families.
Making the right call on mental health at work
November 22, 2023With high job demand and poor support being a common psychosocial hazard in the telecommunications industry, small and dynamic company, Waveconn, have put measures in place to minimise risks to mental health and create a supportive work environment.
Tips to tackle common holiday worries
November 20, 2023The holiday season is upon us and although popular culture leads us to believe the holidays are the happiest time of year, for many people it is the hardest. The holidays can be hard for many reasons and it's different for everyone.
Understanding anxiety in children
October 30, 2023Anxiety is a common mental health concern in children (aged between 8-12 years old), with 7% of Australian children receiving a diagnosis of an anxiety disorder each year.
Managing Psychosocial Risk Factors at Work
October 25, 2023Ensuring health and safety at work, including addressing risk factors to mental health, is not only a legal obligation for employers but makes good business sense, helping to reduce costs, boost productivity and increase staff engagement and retention.
Working together for better outcomes in suicide prevention
September 7, 2023In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day 2023, we reflect on some of the groundbreaking research we have been working on and implementing over the past year.
KRC opens new clinic to provide healthcare to people who use drugs
April 27, 2023The team from Population and Community Heath’s Kirketon Road Centre (KRC) has collaborated with Uniting to open a new free clinic in Kings Cross providing high quality, compassionate medical care to people who use drugs.
Australian first: Multicultural mindfulness for mental health
April 27, 2023In an Australian first, SESLHD’s Multicultural Health Service and the NSW Multicultural Health Communications Service have launched a new set of Multicultural Mindfulness Resources in seven languages.
Patients leaving hospital sometimes need opioids. Doctors can reduce risks of long-term use and dependence
April 27, 2023New national standards aim to change doctors' prescribing habits when patients with pain are discharged.
The vital role emergency departments play in frontline mental health care
April 27, 2023Almost one in 10 young people aged 12 to 15 years old report ever having self-harmed and the leading cause of death in Australia for young people aged 15 to 24 years old is suicide.
Neuropsychology Tool Streamlines Cognitive Assessment, Diagnosis and Care
April 27, 2023Currently, Australians can face delays of approximately 3 years on average between initial symptom presentation and a formal diagnosis of dementia.
Understanding Risk of Dementia and Alcohol Consumption
April 27, 2023The review, published in Addiction, has shown that abstaining from alcohol completely can actually increase the risk of dementia.
Apathy may predict progression to dementia
April 27, 2023It is common amongst older people, affecting between 10-35% of people aged over 65.
World-first trial to investigate new medication for methamphetamine dependence
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Alcohol delivery services used to extend drinking sessions: study
April 27, 2023Services that deliver alcohol directly to the doorstep in as little as 30 minutes can prolong drinking sessions that would have otherwise ended, according to new research.
Mindgardens Neuroscience Network acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures, and to Elders past, present and emerging.
We acknowledge the voices of people with lived experience, their carers, families and kinship groups. We recognise the expertise acquired through living with a mental health, drug and alcohol or neurological disorder and acknowledge those who care for people on their recovery journey. We place lived experience at the heart of all that we do.
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