People working in the housing and homelessness sector are exposed to significant trauma in their role as service providers of last resort. This research explores workplace trauma in Australia’s social housing and homelessness services – including its extent, causes and impacts. It examines practices to address this trauma, options to mitigate it and guiding principles...

There are over 4 million veterans in Australia, more than half of them aged over 65. This report synthesises available research on veterans’ needs in aged care, focusing on mental health, cognitive health, physical health, and care experiences. It identifies gaps in research and highlights the importance of trauma-informed and culturally appropriate care for veterans.

This project looked at people who had a suicide-related contact with emergency services over a three year period in Queensland. The report provides information on ADF members and veterans who were the subject of an emergency response. This includes demographic information and information on mental health, physical health, polypharmacy, and health service usage patterns 12...

The authors examine the associations between experiences of child maltreatment and mental disorders in the Australian population. Child maltreatment is associated with increased risk of mental disorders.

An evaluation of a research trial of the psychiatric assistance dogs for veterans with PTSD. The Trial evaluated the life experiences of veterans through their journey of being paired with a specifically trained assistance dog. A mixed methods approach was used and participants included 17 veterans, their support persons and stakeholders participating in the Trial...