In Victoria DFV training is focused on building the capacity of the sector to be able to respond to their responsibilities to the new family violence information sharing scheme (FVISS) and to be able to screen and assess for family violence using the multi-agency risk assessment and management framework (MARAM). Building on this important baseline, […]

Presenter: Dr Alana Fisher (Research Fellow, eCentre Clinic, Macquarie University) By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to: Identify the key rationale for and components of shared decision-making in clinical practice; Articulate the potential benefits of shared decision-making for mental health populations, including those with co-occurring alcohol and other drug use conditions; […]

How does ketamine work in the treatment of Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health? How is it used around the world and what the evidence?  Dr Nikola Ognyenovits is an Addiction Medicine Specialist. He has a strong interest in the clinical management and research in substance use disorders, behavioural addictions and associated mental health conditions, including developmental […]

Online attendance: Please log on to Zoom at 10.25am for a 10.30am start. Please ensure you test your microphone and speakers prior to commencement and keep your camera on when possible. In person attendance: 10am arrival for a 10.30am start. Location is at Karstens, Level 24, 215 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000. Networking lunch […]

These free one hour symposiums will showcase the work of the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE): Indigenous Health and Alcohol. Presenters are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researchers who bring a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities in the field. The symposiums will include these topics: Treating alcohol dependence in rehab or prison presented […]