Mental health

In these difficult times, it’s not surprising some people are looking to alcohol for a little stress reduction. But there are healthier ways of coping with the challenges we currently face.

A program to address social isolation and reduce burden on the health care system is being trialled in Australia, thanks to a partnership led by The University of Queensland.

Aside from a vaccine or cure, knowledge of human behaviour and psychology may be the best means of controlling the spread of COVID-19.

With Victoria now in a state of disaster, we’re reminded that we are all on the frontline of the battle with coronavirus. Our behaviours are more important than ever.

Children experiencing mental health problems who have parents with psychiatric symptoms are at higher risk of poorer mental health outcomes, according to a University of Queensland researcher.

A group of international doctors has uncovered the genes that contribute to the development of ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression and schizophrenia.

Emotional, social and psychiatric problems in children and adolescents have been linked to higher levels of genetic vulnerability for adult depression.

UQ researchers have developed a simple tool to detect anxiety in older adults, and it's being used around the world.

Child and adolescent psychiatrist Associate Professor James Scott has been acknowledged as the researcher who has made the most significant contribution to psychiatric research in Australia and New Zealand over the past five years.

The cost of mental illness and suicide in Australia is close to $180 billion per year according to a Productivity Commission report, and treatment and services are not meeting community expectations.