Don't miss the latest Research Webinar from the International Association for Suicide Prevention and the International Academy of Suicide Research, chaired by Prof Chan Lai Fong. 📅 22 Jan 2026 🗣️ Featuring: Dr Atsuro Tsutsumi Dr Muhammad Hanif Bin Abd Latif Dr Ravivarma Rao https://bit.ly/49qy6WG

Preparations complete. Looking forward to deep discussions with colleagues about narrative engagement in safety planning intervention. Suicidal thoughts can fluctuate. They can also rapidly intensify. Person centred and trauma informed pathways for safety, comfort and support are key.

In this new paper we discuss how emergency department clinicians work with consumers and mental health providers to coordinate information and support, along with their involvement in assessment and care planning. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Preparations complete. Looking forward to deep discussions with colleagues about narrative engagement in safety planning intervention. Suicidal thoughts can fluctuate. They can also rapidly intensify. Person centred and trauma informed pathways for safety, comfort and support are key.

In this new paper we discuss how emergency department clinicians work with consumers and mental health providers to coordinate information and support, along with their involvement in assessment and care planning. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

“It's absolutely heartbreaking, the people we thought could help her have been dismissive and disrespectful”. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

"The bottom line is simple. One strength session per week beats zero. Lighter weights beat no weights. Starting imperfectly beats never starting at all. The muscle buffer you build now is insurance against the loss that comes with age and illness." www.sciencealert.com/even-mild-st...

“It's absolutely heartbreaking, the people we thought could help her have been dismissive and disrespectful”. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...

Publishing Soon. Proofs have arrived of our first paper in 2026. Here we discuss mental health lived experience leadership in Australia; extend current understandings of lived experience leadership in community based care, plus initiatives across the broader mental health ecosystem.

Publishing Soon. Proofs have arrived of our first paper in 2026. Here we discuss mental health lived experience leadership in Australia; extend current understandings of lived experience leadership in community based care, plus initiatives across the broader mental health ecosystem.

Men’s lack of deep, close friendships has been in the spotlight lately. A recent Pew Research Center study found that 54% of women say they turn to a friend for emotional support, but only 38% of men say they do. www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmWS...

Sharing news that I am starting a new position as Academic Lead Mental Health and chair in Mental Health Nursing at Adelaide University. #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #traumainformed #personcentredcare

Happy Christmas Bluesky people around the world! Thanks for all the great shares throughout the year. Wishing all of you a wonderful day ahead. 🏏🎄🦌🎶🕊️ Picture: Aldinga Beach, South Australia

Happy Christmas Bluesky people around the world! Thanks for all the great shares throughout the year. Wishing all of you a wonderful day ahead. 🏏🎄🦌🎶🕊️ Picture: Aldinga Beach, South Australia

Sharing news that I am starting a new position as Academic Lead Mental Health and chair in Mental Health Nursing at Adelaide University. #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #traumainformed #personcentredcare

Former Iraqi President Barham Salih to lead UN refugee agency www.reuters.com/world/middle...

A one-size-fits-all approach (characteristic of some approaches) does not work in suicide prevention. What matters is connecting with the story into suicide- as the person sees it, recognising that every person and their inner experience of distress is unique. www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/the-...

Concepts of person-centred care and consumer-directed care in mental health are two distinct but intertwined concepts that have potential to redistribute knowledge and power between healthcare providers and consumers. Here we explain onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Concepts of person-centred care and consumer-directed care in mental health are two distinct but intertwined concepts that have potential to redistribute knowledge and power between healthcare providers and consumers. Here we explain onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Men’s lack of deep, close friendships has been in the spotlight lately. A recent Pew Research Center study found that 54% of women say they turn to a friend for emotional support, but only 38% of men say they do. www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmWS...

#Ausmedia professionals now have access to a new guide featuring advice to support sensitive, respectful and safe communication about #suicide and mental health concerns in #LGBTIQA+ communities. Access this free resource: bit.ly/3ZCxucr

Join host Temitayo Eniola Omigbule with Professor Taiwo Lateef Sheikh and Merab Mulindi as they explore the vital role communities play in mental well-being and suicide prevention, highlighting local engagement, cultural support and grassroots initiatives. Listen: https://bit.ly/3Y2jMON

The best thing I have seen today. In matching, brilliant blue suits, David Byrne and his band squeeze behind the Desk to perform four songs, including Talking Heads' "Life During Wartime." www.npr.org/2025/12/01/g...

For many people with acute mental illness, ‘hospital in the home’ means living well in the community theconversation.com/for-many-peo...

A fantastic speech from outgoing Vice Chancellor David Lloyd as we say farewell to @UniversitySA to become Adelaide University from 2026. Thanking >5000 staff, thousands more students, and much much more. #FareWellUniSA

Concepts of person-centred and consumer-directed care challenge traditional ways in which #mentalhealth care is understood and delivered. Here we discuss tensions that are theoretical, legislative and cultural- plus ways to address them across the system. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Concepts of person-centred and consumer-directed care challenge traditional ways in which #mentalhealth care is understood and delivered. Here we discuss tensions that are theoretical, legislative and cultural- plus ways to address them across the system. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Join us on 26 November for the official launch of the IASP Social Determinants of Suicide Special Interest Group. Co-Chairs, Dr Eve Griffin, Dr Lay San Too & Assoc Prof Angela Rintoul will share the SIG’s mission, research insights, and invite members to join. Register: https://bit.ly/4oYeeRn

A fantastic speech from outgoing Vice Chancellor David Lloyd as we say farewell to @UniversitySA to become Adelaide University from 2026. Thanking >5000 staff, thousands more students, and much much more. #FareWellUniSA

Concepts of person-centred and consumer-directed care challenge traditional ways in which #mentalhealth care is conceived and is delivered. Here we discuss tensions - theoretical, legislative and cultural- plus ways to address them across the system. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Concepts of person-centred and consumer-directed care challenge traditional ways in which #mentalhealth care is conceived and is delivered. Here we discuss tensions - theoretical, legislative and cultural- plus ways to address them across the system. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

New Publication in Crisis journal. Here we review and map the current literature base for trauma-informed approaches to suicide prevention across all levels of prevention, settings, and population groups. econtent.hogrefe.com/doi/10.1027/...

New Publication in Crisis journal. Here we review and map the current literature base for trauma-informed approaches to suicide prevention across all levels of prevention, settings, and population groups. econtent.hogrefe.com/doi/10.1027/...

Great to co-present “Better Together: Elevating Physical Health in Mental Health Care” alongside Hannah Albanese today. We described development of a new Chief Psychiatrist Physical Health Standard for integrated person centred physical healthcare for people experiencing mental health conditions.

Great to co-present “Better Together: Elevating Physical Health in Mental Health Care” alongside Hannah Albanese today. We described development of a new Chief Psychiatrist Physical Health Standard for integrated person centred physical healthcare for people experiencing mental health conditions.

‘Everything would have gone a lot better if someone had listened to me’. Interviews with people on the experience of attending the Emergency Department with a #mentalhealth concern. Recommendations for improvement are provided. #OpenAccess #Publication. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

‘Everything would have gone a lot better if someone had listened to me’. Interviews with people on the experience of attending the Emergency Department with a #mentalhealth concern. Recommendations for improvement are provided. #OpenAccess #Publication. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Watch presentations on suicide and self-harm prevention by our Professor Sir Louis Appleby and Professor Nav Kapur, and from professional and lived experience contributors to our annual NCISH conferences. You can also download our data slides. sites.manchester.ac.uk/ncish/resour...

Publishing soon in Disability & Society: Values, qualities and skills for mental health lived experience leadership in systems change in Australia. A wide ranging discussion on leadership with implications for government and non-government sector decision making and policy development.

Publishing soon in Disability & Society: Values, qualities and skills for mental health lived experience leadership in systems change in Australia. A wide ranging discussion on leadership with implications for government and non-government sector decision making and policy development.

#Ausmedia professionals now have access to a new guide featuring practical advice to support safe, sensitive communication about child and youth #suicide. Access this free new resource here: bit.ly/4lg4SxQ

Coming soon to the International Journal of Mental Health Nursing. Disentangling tensions in the pursuit of person-centred and consumer directed care in the Australian mental healthcare context. We identify common tensions in the Australian mental healthcare landscape and ways to overcome them.

Coming soon to the International Journal of Mental Health Nursing. Disentangling tensions in the pursuit of person-centred and consumer directed care in the Australian mental healthcare context. We identify common tensions in the Australian mental healthcare landscape and ways to overcome them.

Improving communication pathways and continuity of care between the emergency department and community services for people seeking mental health care. #OpenAccess onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Improving communication pathways and continuity of care between the emergency department and community services for people seeking mental health care. #OpenAccess onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

It’s an honour for me to be appointed the new Chair of the National Suicide Prevention Office Advisory Board. The Office is a critical national driver to unify the efforts of governments, communities, and service providers to improve suicide prevention outcomes in Australia.

It’s an honour for me to be appointed the new Chair of the National Suicide Prevention Office Advisory Board. The Office is a critical national driver to unify the efforts of governments, communities, and service providers to improve suicide prevention outcomes in Australia.

Important discussion on @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.social on immigration crackdown trauma and harm. Independent monitoring, oversight and reporting of conditions, processes and procedures are essential. Current practices must cease. Clients should be able to live, and speak freely and without fear.

The key attributes for successful engagement with people in distress in a mental health setting are the ability to establish trust and portray genuine authentic care. #OpenAccess onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

The key attributes for successful engagement with people in distress in a mental health setting are the ability to establish trust and portray genuine authentic care. #OpenAccess onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...