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 people

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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Study and training

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

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Research news

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04 October 2019

Not a life sentence: Heroin study challenges assumptions about long-term outcomes

Australia's longest study of heroin addiction by the Australian Treatment Outcome Study (ATOS) is challenging common misconceptions, indicating dependency may not necessarily be a lifelong sentence.

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04 October 2019

How can evidence-based ehealth interventions be best translated to end users?

Dr Milena Heinsch’s work explores relationships, systems, values and processes required to enact sustainable social change through research and guide the implementation of evidence-based ehealth interventions into health and community settings.

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02 July 2019

Mental health, substance use and discrimination are key issues for young Australians

Researchers at the Matilda Centre will address these issues at the upcoming Mental Health Services Conference - a joint initiative between the Matilda Centre and the PREMISE Centre of Research Excellence.

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02 July 2019

How does intergenerational substance use affect the developing brain?

Briana has returned from the University of California in San Diego, where she collaborated with leading experts in brain development and substance use to develop a series of publications exploring child brain health.