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Our research

Improving social outcomes for people with complex mental illness

Our research aims to increase the knowledge base around the effective prevention, early intervention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

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Research streams

With a focus on prevention, early intervention, treatment and epidemiology, our research streams facilitate knowledge exchange and develop strategic partnerships.

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PREMISE

The Matilda Centre hosts the PREMISE NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Prevention and Early Intervention in Mental Illness and Substance Use.

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Our projects

Our research projects are designed to increase the knowledge base around the effective prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

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Our talented team of researchers and professional staff undertake world-leading research in the areas of mental health and substance use disorders.

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We support and nurture students and researchers of all levels with opportunities, training and mentorship from our internationally recognised researchers.

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Matilda research news

26 September 2024

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Adapting digital alcohol prevention strategies overseas

Meet Lyra Egan, a PhD Candidate who led an international study focused on informing the adaptation of the effective OurFutures Alcohol Module originally developed in Australia, to a Colombian context.

26 September 2024

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Empowering young voices for the future of youth health

This year, researchers at the Matilda Centre have been travelling across NSW to consult with young people and other stakeholders to develop the NSW Health Strategy for Young People’s Health and Wellbeing 2025+ on behalf of NSW Health.

26 September 2024

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How do gender and mental health interact?

Professor Cath Chapman shares how gender impacts mental health and substance use risk and protective factors.

26 September 2024

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Creating a strong and deadly future for the next generation

Project Manager Dr Kriscia Tapia shares the journey for Strong & Deadly Futures and how the program supports culturally inclusive alcohol and other drug education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth.

26 September 2024

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Prioritising the voices of young people in research

We asked our Youth Advisory Board about the most important mental health and substance use issues affecting young people in our community.

20 September 2024

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Our Statement on the 2024 NSW Drug Summit

As the 2024 NSW Drug Summit approaches, the Matilda Centre calls for seven action points to ensure the safety, wellbeing of people who use substances and their communities, and the minimisation of harm caused by substance use in NSW.

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Bringing young voices to the decision table

The Matilda Centre is proud to share their policy activities in vaping, youth co-design and mental health in the first six months of 2024.

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Taking the anxiety out of the 'wine mum' culture

‘Wine mum’ culture is a phenomenon rising from a growing reliance on alcohol to manage anxiety after having a child, says new Healthy Mum, Healthy Bub research project.

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Meet the new 2024 Matilda Centre Youth Advisory Board Members

Five new Youth Advisory Board members join the Matilda Centre from across Australia to share insight on youth mental health and substance use.

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Expanding horizons on mental health and substance use research

Four new researchers join the Matilda Centre to support new and innovative research in mental health and substance use.