POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH
Maree Earle (PhD Candidate)
Research Summary
Maree is investigating the experiences of rural psychiatrists to identify the factors that influence intention to stay or leave rural practice
Collaborating Organisations
- NSW Institute of Psychiatry
- Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research
Leigh Underwood (PhD Candidate)
Research Summary
Leigh's project involves investigating the effectiveness of an integrated treatment for depression and diabetes type II
Collaborating Organisations
- NSW Institute of Psychiatry
- Greater Western Area Health Service
Tracy Robinson (PhD Candidate)
Research Summary
"Partnerships for Wellbeing: The Rural RAP". The Resourceful Adolescent Program is designed for 12 to 16 year olds and aims to enhance their emotional wellbeing. This study has adapted the program in consultation with Aboriginal Health and Education workers and implemented the modified RAP in 3 rural schools in western NSW. The study aims to clarify the impact of this modified program on young people, teachers and facilitators
Collaborating Organisations
- Charles Sturt University (lead)
- University of Newcastle
Rowena Micha (Masters Candidate)
Research Summary
Rowena is researching early psychosis pathways to care and clinical outcomes in rural and remote communities
Collaborating Organisations
- NSW Institute of Psychiatry
- University of Newcastle
