Stigmatisation
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Stigmatization
Discussion paper
'People in the community’ are the challenge and the solution: towards a dementia-friendly future
Dementia is one of the most significant health and social challenges facing Australia and the world. It is the second leading cause of death in Australia and the leading cause of disease burden among Australians aged 65 and over, and remains one of the most challenging and misunderstood conditions. This report reflects the ongoing realities...
Report
Assessment and support services for people with ADHD
A report into barriers to consistent, timely and best practice assessment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and support services for people with ADHD. It makes 15 recommendations for: a more coordinated approach; affordable and accessible services; better quality care; and improved awareness and reduce stigma.
Report
Tackling the time tax: how the federal government is reducing burdens to accessing critical benefits and services
Every year more than $140 billion in authorised government benefits goes unclaimed. This progress report summarises the US Office of Information and Regulatory Affair's efforts since December 2022 to identify and implement burden reduction opportunities in ongoing regulations and forms and foster the sharing of leading practices, lessons, and tools for reducing burdens across the...
Journal article
Mental health nurses' attitudes towards mental illness and recovery-oriented practice in acute inpatient psychiatric units: a non-participant observation study
National mental health policies accentuate the importance of having positive attitudes, skills, and knowledge among mental health professionals to facilitate recovery-oriented practices in all areas of mental health care. However, evidence suggests that mental health professionals' negative attitudes towards mental illness are still evident and that recovery-oriented practice in acute inpatient units may be poorly...
Survey Report
National survey of mental health-related stigma and discrimination
A national survey commissioned by the National Mental Health Commission (the Commission) to better understand mental health-related stigma and discrimination. Results indicated that over four million Australians experienced mental health-related stigma and discrimination in the prior 12 months in three broad areas: public stigma, structural stigma and self-stigma.