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Leading reform blog

Our blog covers issues vital for leading reform across the mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and suicide prevention sectors, and other sectors that contribute to mental health and wellbeing across Queenslanders.

Stories are by thought-leaders within and external to the Commission. 

Two major drug reform initiatives announced

The Qld Government has announced two major initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to reduce the risks and harms associated with illicit drug use. Read more
Two major drug reform initiatives announced

Patchwork system costs everyone

The mental health 'system' is actually a patchwork of services without a cohesive strategy that costs everyone - individuals, communities and governments Read more
Patchwork system costs everyone
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COVID-19 and Australia's mental health

OVER THE PAST 20 MONTHS, THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC HAS BEEN A PROFOUND DISRUPTION TO AUSTRALIANS' DAILY LIVES Read more
COVID-19 and Australia's mental health
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The National Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy

A national approach to a national approach to the mental health and wellbeing needs of our children Read more
The National Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy

Time's right to fix our mental health system

Is it time to take stock of how our mental health system is operating? Is it efficient and effective and reaching the people who need it the most? Read more
Time's right to fix our mental health system
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Meet the Board

Queensland is a step closer to having a mental health consumer representative peak body. Read more
Meet the Board
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Reconciliation takes action

The 2021 National Reconciliation Week theme is: More than a word. Reconciliation takes action. The Queensland Mental Health Commission is working to improve mental health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Below are some of the projects we are involved in, and you can learn more in the whole-of-Government Shifting minds: Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Strategic Plan 2018-2023. Read more
Reconciliation takes action
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More than half of Australians will experience trauma, most before they turn 17. We need to talk about it

The subject of trauma has finally found a place in public discourse in Australia. A University of Notre Dame expert writing for The Conversation explains why understanding the role trauma plays is essential for developing prevention and response strategies.  Read more
More than half of Australians will experience trauma, most before they turn 17. We need to talk about it
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A new road

Lessons from Victoria's Royal Commission into mental health Read more
A new road

Floods leave a legacy of mental health problems — and disadvantaged people are often hardest hit

Flash flooding in Queensland leaves more than physical damage, with those affected also experiencing mental health challenges. A Western Sydney University expert writes for The Conversation about lessons learned, and ways to mitigate mental ill-health. Although this article has a NSW focus, its relevant for Queenslanders too. Read more
Floods leave a legacy of mental health problems — and disadvantaged people are often hardest hit

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Chats for Life app to help prevent youth suicide

A free early suicide prevention app for young people is now available for download. Read more
Chats for Life app to help prevent youth suicide
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Equally Well: Quality of life – Equality in life

The National Mental Health Commission has launched the Equally Well National Consensus Statement to improve the physical health and wellbei Read more
Equally Well: Quality of life – Equality in life
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Engage and participate in mental health

You are invited to share your knowledge and experience in the National Mental Health Commission’s Engage and Participate in Mental Health project. Read more
Engage and participate in mental health
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