REports
In late 2009 we undertook a project to survey the member organisations of the Mental Health Council of Tasmania on a range of questions consistent with the Quality and Safety Standards framework on Compliments and Complaints. The survey focused on performance of day to day operations and full members with more than 6 months membership were invited to participate.
Download the Survey Summary Report here
RESEARCH
Annual, National Survey of Australian Mental Health Carers
The MHCA has developed the first of annual surveys to find out if things are getting better or worse for mental health carers. Brochure Information
The first national mental health carers survey is accessible at
http://www.surveygizmo.com/s/286309/mental-health-carers-survey-2010
It is open for just over a month, survey closes Friday 6th August.
In 2008 and 2009 over 1500 carers were asked ‘what are the most important issues of mental health that affect YOUR life”. 15 issues were identified by carers and published in Adversity to Advocacy (downloadable from MHCA.org.au)
This survey is the FIRST of the national surveys to find out if things are getting better or worse for mental health carers and the people they care .
Be a part of changing things for the better, fill in the survey today!
If you don’t have access the internet phone Linda Rosie (02) 6285 0810 leave your number and details and your call will be returned. Further information: Linda.Rosie@MHCA.org.au
THE NATURE OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INSOMNIA AND DEPRESSION
Participants are being sought for a study being conducted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for a Master of Clinical Psychology Degree for Penny Minehan who is being supervised by Dr Frances Martin, Deputy Head of School (School of Psychology, University of Tasmania). The study aims to investigate the nature of the relationship between insomnia and depression, using a (confidential) case study approach. Your assistance in informing anyone who may be interested in participating would be greatly appreciated. For further information about the study, including eligibility requirements, please contact either Penny Minehan via email: pminehan@utas.edu.au or the Chief Investigator, Dr Frances Martin, on ph 6226 2262 or email:F.Martin@utas.edu.au
Marginalised Youth
Youth workers are invited to participate in a research study that aims to explore youth workers beliefs about the psychological and physical needs of marginalised youth and how you prioritise these needs when considering treatment or interventions. Kylie Harrison, a Masters student at Charles Sturt University, will conduct this study.
If you are interested in completing the survey please click on the link below. The link will take you to an anonymous online survey about youth workers beliefs regarding thier work with youth. The brief questionnaire will take about 15-20 minutes to complete online...https://www.surveymonkey.com
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