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Interested in implementing a Workplace Fundraiser? Visit our Corporate Partnership page to find out how you can 'Register Your Organisation' and fundraise for Team Black Dog. If you would like to learn more, reach out to corporatepartners@blackdog.org.au 📩 or visit our website to register your work team today 👉 https://bit.ly/3L8abiT #Workplace #MentalHealth #Fundraising

This NAIDOC Week, we celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 🤝 Yet, amid celebrations, let's not forget the 'cultural load' amongst First Nations employees during events like NAIDOC Week. What is cultural load? “Cultural load” refers to the invisible workload employers knowingly or unknowingly place on Indigenous employees to provide Indigenous knowledge and education to others, (Thiessen, 2023). This week, please take a moment to learn the ways in which you can help share cultural load 👇 #NAIDOCWeek #FirstNations #MentalHealth

Get involved in the celebration of NAIDOC week! What is NAIDOC Week? National NAIDOC Week has grown to become both a commemoration of the first Day of Mourning as well as a celebration of the history, culture, and excellence of First Nations people. Here are some ways you can participate and make a difference during this meaningful period 👇️ Remember, this is a busy and important time for mob. Mob are looking to spend time celebrating within their own communities and families. Please be mindful of this special time and join in the fun. 🧡 #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC2024 #FirstNations

Connect with like-minded individuals and organisations who are dedicated towards reducing suicide rates via our Suicide Prevention Network. The Black Dog Institute Suicide Prevention Network opens doors to vital resources, knowledge sharing, and empowering connections. Every member gets access to: ✔️ Our extensive Suicide Prevention Resource Library ✔️ Exclusive Community of Practice ✔️ Connection to the Black Dog Institute Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lived Experience Centre Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3kBNLg7 #MentalHealth #Research #SuicidePrevention

Despite depression impacting an estimated 280 million people around the world, it remains challenging to treat. Now, Dr Whitton, Professor Jill Newby, and their colleagues at Black Dog Institute and UNSW Sydney are leading the way towards more effective treatments for depression with the launch of the Centre of Research Excellence in Depression Treatment Precision. Find out more about the Centre's groundbreaking work below 👇

Did you know? 40% of young people will face significant sleep problems heightening their risk of anxiety or depression. Our free, evidence-based smartphone app, Sleep Ninja®, is shown to be effective in helping young people with sleep problems 😴 Here are 5 benefits 👇 of Sleep Ninja® that will help promote emotional, social, and physical well-being within teens ✅ Click on the link for more information - it's available for free on the App Store and Google Play 👉 https://bit.ly/3zk2p2X

Celebrating the extraordinary achievements of our team members from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lived Experience Centre at the Suicide Prevention Australia LiFE Awards. 🎉 Congratulations to Aunty Karyn Moyle for her inspiring work with Perfectly Imperfect Consulting and Aunties Place, securing her nominations for the Outstanding Contribution Award and Communities in Action Award this year! 👏 Special acknowledgment to our own Head of Centre, Aunty Vicki Mckenna, for winning the Western Australia Priority Population Category award in 2023, who was able to attend as a guest this year. We feel fortunate to have such remarkable female role models and leaders as integral parts of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lived Experience Centre. 👉 Check out Aunty Karyn's work here: https://bit.ly/45AAZC5 👉 Learn more about Aunties Place: https://bit.ly/45LS0ZZ

Calling all health professionals!📣 Elevate your mental health expertise with our free Health Professional Resource & Education Hub. Our custom-built platform provides health professionals access to various evidence-based digital resources – including training modules, webinars, podcasts, and e-Mental Health in Practice resources. Click on the link to register for free today 👉 https://bit.ly/3JYuYWC #HealthProfessional #MentalHealth #Resources

In our pockets lies more than just a smartphone device, it's a key to unlocking a better understanding of our emotional well-being. Our researchers at Black Dog Institute recently launched Project PHONOTYPE using AI and digital phenotyping to investigate whether markers in smartphone data can help identify depression in young people. Dive into the full read below to learn more 👇 #AI #DigitalPhenotyping #Smartphone #Data #MentalHealth

The power of mindfulness is transformative for your health, happiness, and well-being. Here's your gentle reminder to hit the pause button today. Let's take a moment to practice mindfulness and tune into our senses. When you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed, this simple 5,4,3,2,1 technique can bring your mind back to the present and help you to feel calm 👇 Next time you need a re-focus, give it a try! 🧡