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eNews February 2023
Welcome to the February edition of eNews, featuring news from the mental health and suicide prevention sector, as well as some of the latest published research in suicide prevention.
If you would like to share your mental health or suicide prevention news, current initiatives, published research or research study opportunities, please email lifeinmind@health.nsw.gov.au
Sector news
Lake Macquarie Council signs the National Communications Charter
Mayor Kay Fraser has signed the National Communications Charter on behalf of the Council this week, demonstrating a commitment to prioritising mental health in the Lake Macquarie community.
R U OK? launches new podcast supporting emergency services personnelThe ‘Are They Triple OK? podcast features personal stories and conversation tips to help police and emergency services personnel feel more connected and supported. |
Spotlight on LGBTIQ+ mental healthIt marks one year since the launch of the NSW LGBTIQ+ Health Strategy 2022-2027. In partnership with community organisations like ACON, Equality Australia and Twenty10, learn about what NSW Health has achieved in the past 12 months. |
Reconceptualising approaches to men's mental health and suicidalityBlack Dog Institute's recent Expert Insights session explored how masculinity impacts men's mental health concerns and the importance of considering masculinity when approaching treatment. |
Transcultural Mental Health Centre launches Australia's first multicultural mental health lineThe Transcultural Mental Health Line (TMHL) supports people who are from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, by connecting them to experienced clinicians who understand their culture and can communicate in their language. |
Translated research studies
- Exploring Sociodemographic Correlates of Suicide Stigma in Australia: Baseline Cross-Sectional Survey Findings from the Life-Span Suicide Prevention Trial Studies, published by Lisa N. Sharwood, Alison L. Calear, Phillip J. Batterham, Michelle Torok, Lauren McGillivray, Demee Rheinberger, Stephanie Zeritis, Tuguy Esgin and Fiona Shand
Evaluation of the StigmaWatch program’s impact on media portrayals of suicide and mental illness, published by Ross, A. M., Morgan, A. J., & Reavley, N. J.
