The applicant is a clinical psychologist. Research focuses on developing, evaluating and disseminating psychological interventions for co-existing mental health (e.g. schizophrenia, depression, anxiety) and alcohol and other drug problems (e.g. alcohol, c
Labels Used By Young People To Describe Mental Disorders: Their Determinants And Impact On Stigma And Help-seeking.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$108,234.00
Summary
When a young person first begins to experience a mental health problem, getting professional help as early as possible is recommended. However, it is unclear whether being able to label the problem correctly when they first become aware of it actually assists a young person in getting the help they need. This study will look at how over 3,000 young Australians labelled mental disorders and which labels were more likely to guide them in choosing the best kinds of professional help and treatment.
Using Epidemiology To Inform Psychiatric Classification (DSM-V And ICD-11)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$631,502.00
Summary
Classification systems are vital for scientific progress. The classifications of mental disorders of the World Health Organization and the American Psychiatric Association are both being revised and this Australian team is a principal contributor to both processes. We have access to three national epidemiological surveys (n-30,000) that will inform fundamental issues by developing models of mental disorder typology and identifying practical improvements in the classification systems.