The Research Impact blog showcases Macquarie University’s world-leading research and its impacts on the real world. This month, we highlight some recent Research Impact stories that focus on the Centre for Emotional Health.
Cool Kids goes bush – helping rural children with anxiety
Just under half the children in Australia with a mental health issue aren’t receiving the appropriate treatment, and one third of their parents say the main impediment is a lack of access to treatment options. Read more.
Hoarding disorder: why is it hard to part with stuff?
While we’re all guilty of holding on to a few sentimental things, some of us may meet the criteria for hoarding disorder. Read more.
Changing the minds of dementia patients
Retirees are less likely to suffer from mental health problems but they still develop anxiety and depression, and there’s increasing evidence these conditions are risk factors for dementia. Read more.
Helping patients cope with cancer
Pairing psychology with cancer treatment has a profound impact on the wellbeing of patients. Read more.
Genetics guiding anxiety treatment
For years we’ve been identifying genetic markers linked to mental disorders. Now it appears those same markers could also tell us who will best-respond to treatment. Read more.
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