Defining PTSD recovery: Does a reduction in symptoms equal a good recovery?
We have found that treatment to the point of loss of PTSD diagnosis offered the greatest advantages to patients and therefore offers clinicians a clear treatment goal.
One of Australia’s leading researchers in PTSD joins us
We are delighted to welcome Professor Alexander (Sandy) McFarlane AO to Phoenix Australia as an honorary Professorial Fellow.
Giving continuity to the work of the Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies (CTSS)
We are very pleased to welcome two new staff - Dr Ellie Lawrence-Wood and Ms Jenelle Baur, who have recently joined us from the Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies (CTSS).
International conference in Israel – Impacts of Trauma and Adversity: Challenges and Innovations
From 6 to 8 September 2020, a unique international conference on mental health will take place in Jerusalem. The conference will welcome speakers and attendees from around the world. Professor David Forbes will be co-chairing this conference.
How can practitioners support different cultural groups who’ve experienced trauma?
Respecting cultural practices, avoiding stereotypes and recognising differing capacity to respond to trauma are key for practitioners working with people from a range of cultural groups.
Simple ways to support people affected by the bushfires
Thousands of people are processing the emotional impact of being caught up in the Australian bushfires. Here are some tips on how you can support a friend or family member who may be struggling.
5-Eyes nations’ military and veteran experts gather to discuss priority areas
While anger is a normal emotion it can be considered problematic when it occurs with a frequency, intensity, or duration that causes significant distress and interferes with relationships and day-to-day functioning.
Understanding, assessing and treating trauma-related anger
While anger is a normal emotion it can be considered problematic when it occurs with a frequency, intensity, or duration that causes significant distress and interferes with relationships and day-to-day functioning.
Nearly a third of all transitioning veterans report problem anger
Remembrance Day 2019 marks the 101st anniversary of the Armistice that ended the First World War. At 11am on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Australians observe one minute’s…
A rich and diverse program at ACOTS2019
More than 300 delegates enjoyed a rich and diverse program at the 20th Australasian Conference on Traumatic Stress (ACOTS) held in Sydney over three days in September. The theme, Trauma,…
