Australian Federal Government's approach to mental health in 2013

A full psychological testing battery is essential for assessing various performance domains, including cognitive, social, emotional, and intellectual. This comprehensive approach provides a nuanced understanding of the intersectionality of clinical symptoms, enabling a more accurate diagnosis and allowing us to tailor intervention strategies and treatment planning. By evaluating these different layers, we can better address the complexities of the individual experiences and improve overall outcomes in their mental health care. #ClinicalPractice #MentalHealthMatters

Are you prioritising your health over your work? 👷 Too often in construction, the mindset of ‘toughing it out’ overrides mental and physical health concerns. This Mental Health Awareness Month, take some time to consider if you need help. 50% of men have struggled with mental health difficulties at some point, yet fewer than half have sought medical advice. 🧠 Advocating for your own and others' health in the industry will help break the stigma and save lives. ✅ You can take training such as Mental Health First Aider to help support your team and know the signs: https://lnkd.in/dn3vntPw

“Are you analyzing me right now?” “Do you diagnose people when you meet them?” “How can you listen to people talk all day?” These are questions I hear often as a mental health professional. I usually respond with a light laugh, but the truth is that therapy is a highly skilled profession — one that requires clinical judgment, emotional intelligence, and deep self-awareness. Therapists are trained to listen, assess, intervene, and hold complex emotions — all while maintaining clear boundaries and ethical standards. These skills translate far beyond the therapy room: they shape how we communicate, lead, and build relationships. Mental health work is human work and it takes skill, discipline, and heart.

We are happy to share that our CEO, Tara Maddala was featured on the PreVetted Podcast! Topics touched upon include: 🟣How smartphone signals, wearables, and emoji-based check-ins can spot early shifts in student mental health and nudge students towards their next step ︎🟣Privacy-first design: student data stays with the student, campus-level insights 🟣Helping students battle overwhelm: why a small number of clinically vetted recommendations helps drive actions   🟣How scientific rigor—study design, bias control, real-world evidence—translates from cancer diagnostics to digital mental health, and why catching changes “upstream” matters

Published in IRJET, the paper presents a system for assessing mental health risks like depression and anxiety by analyzing social media activity. AI-driven models detect emotional patterns and potential crises, supporting early intervention and digital mental health monitoring while addressing privacy and ethical considerations

“Most men do ask for help — it’s about where they ask for help." Queensland Mental Health Commission leader Ivan Frkovic used his address at the National Men’s Health Gathering to outline how data-driven policy, early intervention and collaboration are shaping a more proactive mental health system in the state. http://bit.ly/4o4OQZP

Cultural sensitivity isn't just a nice-to-have in mental health care—it's essential for effective treatment. When clinicians understand and respect a patient's cultural background, they can tailor treatments that truly resonate. This connection builds trust, reduces stigma, and improves outcomes. At Aspire TMS Clinic, our multilingual staff and culturally aware approach ensure every patient feels seen and supported. For example, a recent patient from a diverse background shared how feeling understood in therapy helped them engage more deeply and see real progress. This means mental health care isn't one-size-fits-all. Honoring cultural sensitivity opens doors to healing for people who might otherwise hesitate to seek help. How has cultural understanding impacted your mental health care? Share your thoughts below.

Terrifying statistics from Mind. Employers have the opportunity to help make mental health support accessible by being open, supportive and designing a culture that promotes a healthy workforce Mind

Whilst more people than ever are being diagnosed and on long term sick with mental health disorders. All of those employees will have had multiple short term sick periods and low productivity. In addition to that, it takes longer to manage mental illness the longer it takes to get to a diagnosis leaving businesses with extended low productivity periods. What are companies doing to identify mental illness risk to act before their employees fall into that spiral? MPower Mental Health specialises in this #mpowermentalhealth

Towards a Healthier Future: Mental Health Needs Assessment for Birmingham & Solihull This post is really interesting. The recently completed Mental Health Needs Assessment (MHNA) for Birmingham and Solihull is a timely and essential step forward in understanding and ultimately transforming the mental health landscape in the region. Commissioned to bring clarity, coordination, and compassion to a complex system, the MHNA reflects a commitment to evidence-led planning, equitable service design, and sustainable impact. While the full report is due later this year, early findings already inform both the challenges and the immense opportunities ahead. This must be an opportunity for collective action: ·      Rising mental health needs, especially among young people, emphasises the value of early intervention and targeted investment. ·      Disparities in access across ethnic and social groups call for culturally informed, co-designed solutions. ·      Strong community feedback points to a real appetite for change, for services that are accessible, inclusive, and built with those they serve. ·      Variations in access and outcomes highlight the opportunity for joined-up, place-based approaches across sectors.     ·      Inclusion health groups benefit from peer-led and trauma-informed innovations that we can scale. This assessment opens the door for authentic cross-sector collaboration between public health, NHS, social care, education, voluntary sector organisations and communities themselves. Now is the time to shift from fragmented to integrated and from ‘doing to’ toward ‘co-producing with’. Perhaps the region can develop ‘how they embed co-design into a regional mental health strategy? They already have an excellent track record on lived experience engagement, but can mechanisms be improved to ensure inclusion, especially for underserved groups. Look forward to reading the complete report. #NAPICU #MentalHealth #HealthEquity #Birmingham #Solihull #PopulationHealth #CommunityEngagement #IntegratedCare #InclusionHealth #PublicHealthInnovation #CoDesign #MHNA