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Read news and translated summaries of published suicide prevention research
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Lessons in male suicide
In Australia, males die by suicide at higher rates than females. How services engage with males experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours is vital to the prevention of suicide....
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Suicide and self-harm thinking in males in early parenthood
Researchers undertook a systematic review and meta-analysis by reviewing literature regarding men in perinatal, post-natal and early parenting stages. The researchers aimed to iden...
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Under the Radar: Exploring experiences of suicide in Australian men not engaged with mental health services
Understanding the experiences of suicide in men who are not engaged with formal mental health services (‘under the radar’) can help us better identify drivers of distress and suici...
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Using Twitter to share mental health research
Little is known about how social media platforms can be used to share mental health research. The results highlight how Tweet features or content can effect user engagement, inform...
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New research shows improved self-reported ability of mental health practitioners to respond to men’s mental health
Men in Mind is a training program for mental health practitioners who work with male clients. The program was effective at increasing mental health practitioners’ self-reported eff...
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Launch of the Movember Men’s Health Institute
The Institute aims to bring together researchers from around the globe to improve research in men’s health areas, including mental health, prostate and testicular cancers, gender-s...
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“I could hang up if the practitioner was a prat”: Australian men’s feedback on telemental healthcare during COVID-19
COVID-19 has caused more people to use telemental healthcare. Virtual therapy is becoming more accepted and offers tangible benefits to men.
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Male Farmers’ Perspectives on Psychological Wellbeing Self-Management Strategies That Work for Them and How Barriers to Seeking Professional Mental Health Assistance Could Be Overcome
Aligning with findings from previous Australian reports, supporting farmers to prioritise themselves in order to maintain a healthy work-life balance may have long-term positive im...
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"I Called When I Was at My Lowest”: Australian Men’s Experiences of Crisis Helplines
Helplines are accessible, anonymous, and affordable, but self-reliance and the complexity of building rapport are known to act as unique barriers for men. Men have diverse needs, a...
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Men’s Health Week: Q&A with Dr Zac Seidler
Clinical psychologist, researcher and male mental health expert and advocate Dr Zac Seidler provides his insights into male suicide prevention activity in Australia.
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Boys Do Cry campaign makes positive impact on men's mental health
Lead researcher, Dr Angela Nicholas from the University of Melbourne shares an update on the Boys Do Cry national media campaign and trial, that encourages men to reach out for sup...
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