Flinders University Institute for Mental Health
Exciting news out of Flinders University with the announcement of the new Flinders University Institute for Mental Health, Wellbeing and Neuroscience. Breakthrough is proud to partner with this new institute to target treatment, prevention and cure of mental illness. Flinders University Vice-Chancellor Colin Stirling said: “Together with our partners, this Institute will come up with new […]
SA Health’s Statewide Eating Disorders Service collaboration
Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation is collaborating with SA Health’s Statewide Eating Disorders Service and Flinders University to build a new facility to bring specialised and expanded care and research for eating disorders under the one roof. The location for this building is currently being considered as part of ‘Reactivating the Repat’ proposals. Take a […]
John Mannion speaking on Radio Adelaide
Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation Executive Director, John Mannion speaks on Radio Adelaide on 29 November, 2018. Listen to the discussion below
John Mannion and Elise Thompson on 5aa with Alan Hickey
On Thursday 22 November 2018 Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation Executive Director, John Mannion and Breakthrough ambassador Elise Thompson spoke on FIVEaa with Alan Hickey. A highlight is certainly Elise’s inspiring story about her own experience with anorexia and how she overcame that tough time in her life. Listen to the discussion below Segment 1 […]
Funding awarded for mental health research
Research aimed at curbing suicide-rates among doctors is among three Flinders University projects to receive mental health research grant funding. Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation, in partnership with Flinders University, has announced the recipients of its inaugural Grant Round. The funding of up to $25,000 per project will help get research projects and trials up […]
New blood test hope in fight against anorexia
“We are at a very exciting time that could lead to a breakthrough.” Great to see Flinders University Professor Tracey Wade’s exciting eating disorders research in the news. The article ‘New blood test hope in fight against anorexia’ was published on 23 September, 2018 in the Courier-Mail. You can read the full article on news.com.au […]
Peace Pack in Action
Great to see the PEACE Pack in the news… Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation is excited to support Professor Philip Slee and his team in trialling this anti-bullying program in 26 South Australian primary schools. The next step will be to measure the impact further and develop this as a national program. Take a look […]
The importance of good mental health during recovery with Brodie Smith on The Crows Show
“It’s tough to sit on the sidelines for such a long time…The mental side is almost tougher than the actual physical application. It’s really important to have some good connection around you to be able to help you through whatever you’re going through.” Welcome back Brodie Smith – and thanks for sharing your road to […]
Stamping out bullying in schools on The Crows Show
Bullying in the classroom and workplace can have devastating impacts. Christopher Slee recently spoke with the Crows Show about bullying and “The PEACE Pack” – an innovative Flinders University program which is helping to reduce bullying in schools. Find out how you can support the PEACE Pack program and help stamp out bullying here. Watch […]
Seeking answers to eating disorders in the genes
Researchers will use cutting-edge gene analysis to help predict who is most at risk of developing an eating disorder, thanks to a grant from Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation. Led by Professor Tracey Wade from Flinders University, researchers will investigate predisposition to eating disorders – including Anorexia Nervosa, by using new technology to create genomic […]
