by The Alliance | Dec 2, 2021 | Uncategorised
An initiative bringing people together to address the region’s high rate of suicide was nationally recognised for community impact last night. The Alliance for Suicide Prevention – Sunshine Coast, which was created at USC’s Thompson Institute, won the top award for...
by The Alliance | Sep 29, 2021 | Uncategorised
Having dedicated her career to helping others, including addressing high suicide rates on the Sunshine Coast, Elise Jione of USC’s Thompson Institute has won a top award for her work. Ms Jione, 32, the General Manager of the Institute, was last night named Young...
by The Alliance | Jul 13, 2021 | Uncategorised
Our published research shows suicide-alertness training improves trainees’ long-term ability to recognise and respond to those in need. The Alliance offers monthly safeTALK training, developed by LivingWorks, free to the community. Many trainees helped us...
by The Alliance | Jan 4, 2021 | Uncategorised
People with extreme psychological distress have exceeded the limits of their own resources, and need support from others to cope, according to new research led by The Alliance for Suicide Prevention – Sunshine Coast’s Professor of Suicide Prevention Helen...
by The Alliance | Dec 11, 2020 | Uncategorised
This time of year is a special time for some of us. However, for others it can be a time of stress, sadness or loneliness. It is important for us to be aware of our own stress levels, and be mindful that others might be struggling with stress too. It might be a good...
by The Alliance | Oct 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The theme for this year’s Queensland Mental Health Week is take time for mental health. Here are five options for taking time for mental health, which cover taking time for yourself, your loved ones and the community. 1. Get expert advice in our free mental...
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