Black Dog Institute

A heartfelt thank you to our corporate partner, Auto One, for championing a crucial cause by supporting Black Dog Institute at their recent annual conference. This year, an impressive sum of almost $45,000 was raised in support of Black Dog Institute! 👏 We also had the privilege to stand up and speak with the stellar Auto One network, highlighting the significance of mental health and wellbeing in male-dominated industries. Here's to passionate collaborations that work towards better mental health for all! 💪🧡

Navigating through the aftermath of trauma can be challenging. Experiencing or hearing about a traumatic event or multiple traumatic events can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Seek support, speak up and know there are ways to cope after a traumatic event 👇 Let's start the conversation about PTSD and shed light on the path to healing 🧡 Dive deeper into understanding trauma and the ways to cope with PTSD here 👉 https://bit.ly/47W72NW #mentalhealth #ptsd #trauma #support

We recognise that half of all mental illnesses begin during early high school, typically around the age of 14. A powerful method to prevent and manage the onset of mental health concerns such as depression or anxiety is by prioritising sleep, and that’s precisely why the Black Dog Institute developed the Sleep Ninja® app. Watch the full Sleep Ninja® video and learn all about our free, evidence based smartphone app here 👉 https://bit.ly/3JPGjbG #mentalhealth #teens #sleep #wellbeing #parents

Engage in the conversation of better mental health with us! 👇 Stay in the loop with everything happening at Black Dog Institute by signing up to our twice-monthly newsletter that covers everything from new research trials to lived experience stories. Sign up to The Voice of Mental Health Science newsletter here 👉 https://bit.ly/4f5PkKe #mentalhealth #newsletter #bettermentalhealth

Recently, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released their 2023 causes of death statistics (here are just a few below) 👇 Behind each statistic, for each person represented by these numbers, there are family, friends, and communities that grieve and remember them. This is why Black Dog Institute's Suicide Prevention Network has been designed to connect you with a diverse network of individuals who are passionate about lowering the rate of suicide in our community. Learn all about our Suicide Prevention Network 👉 https://bit.ly/3kBNLg7 #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #ABS #data

A huge shoutout to Motio for the amazing support they’ve given Black Dog Institute! Giving back is at the heart of what Motio do, and they place great importance on the continuous support of not-for-profits and providing exposure for important community causes like mental health. Our pro-bono partnership with Motio has helped us reach thousands of Australians we’ve never been able to reach on our own and achieve the following things: ✅ Promote our world-leading research, evidence-based programs, services and brand to 4,968,551 people through their Health and Café networks ✅ Create more visibility of our mental health training and The Essential Network for health professional services across their digital screens at 523 locations Thank you Motio for amplifying our efforts and working with us to create better mental health for all Australians 🧡 #mentalhealth #partnership #corporatepartner #support

Did you know our National Emergency Worker Support Service (NEWSS) offers free and confidential mental health support for emergency service workers and volunteers? Available Australia-wide, start with our online mental health check to see how you're going and receive trauma-informed care options to stay mentally fit and strong. Start here 👉 https://bit.ly/3LD7Zld #mentalhealth #firstresponders #support

If you are having suicidal thoughts, you need to stay safe and get help. These sources below can offer support to get you through this 👇 Make the call for help. If you’re worried that someone is thinking about taking their own life, talking to people can reduce stigma and encourage them to seek help. For further support 👉 https://bit.ly/3Sw42S1 #mentalhealth #wellbeing #suicideprevention

On this #WorldTeachersDay, we applaud all the educators in Australia who relentlessly inspire and empower our future generations! 🍎 Did you know you can boost your students' wellbeing with Bite Back? An online positive psychology program designed to improve the overall wellbeing of young Australians between 13 and 16 years old. Your role as a teacher can make a big difference. More information 👉 https://bit.ly/3IHB7F4 #mentalhealth #wellbeing #teachers #students

Mental illness is estimated to cost Australian businesses $39 billion dollars each year from lost participation and productivity. “The reality is, organisations that invest in mental health can be more productive, gain a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining talent and improve their bottom line.” – Dr. Mark Deady, Senior Research Fellow, presented at the Workplace Health and Safety Show today. For more information on our workplace mental health training options, get in touch with our Workplace Engagement Team 👉 https://bit.ly/4eVd8kd #workplace #mentalhealth #quote #business