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Psych: Research in the School of Psychology and Psychiatry
 Our research aims to develop and apply brain and behavioural understandings to social problems. We are committed to discovering innovative ways to assist those in our community who suffer mental illness, their families and their carers. We work closely with clinicians, hospitals and patients to develop new and to improve existing treatments, services and understanding of mental illness and mental health.
The School of Psychology and Psychiatry leads the way in approaching human brain and behaviour from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Combining both laboratory based sciences and clinical research across psychology, psychiatry and behavioural neuroscience, we translate our findings into evidence-based practice, policy and training. |
Research Staff
We have scientific researchers, clinical psychologists and psychiatrists working together to better understand and inform the neuroscience of behaviour. Using the latest imaging technologies to find out how the brain is involved in behaviour, cognition and movement of healthy people and of people with mental illnesses, we are linking neuroscience to medical practice and the everyday lives of people living with mental illness. This is complemented by the work we do with our patients, researchers and health services in developing and testing new and innovative treatments for mental illnesses.
Research staff
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Troy McEwan
Dr Troy McEwan is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist currently involved in a program of research funded by the Australian Research Council’s Discovery Project scheme investigating the structured risk assessment and treatment of stalkers. The goal of the program is to develop effective evidence-based strategies for managing stalkers, and in turn reduce the psychological and physical harm experienced by both stalkers and their victims.
Nicole Rinehart
Dr Nicole Rinehart is a Clinical Psychologist who leads a research program using cutting-edge technology to identify key differences in neurological function between high-functioning autism and Asperger's disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder CDPP web page. This may pave the way for improved diagnosis and treatment in the future.
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Areas of Expertise
Translating research into clinical and social outcomes is one of our school's strengths. Investigative approaches range from laboratory-based research to applied, clinical or community-based investigations, enabling a strong tradition of bench-to-bedside research outcomes. Our research spans a range of disciplines and topic areas, with particular expertise in the following areas:
Collaborators, Supporters and Funding Bodies
Our researchers have strong links with many of the worlds top research organisations and companies, as well as hospitals and other health services, including:
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