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Category: Applied Psychology and Suicidology

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Kids Connect Program for children on the Autism Spectrum

Is your child experiencing difficulties connecting with other children and making or maintaining friendships? Kids Connect is a 10 week social skills program designed specifically for children on the Autism Spectrum. Read More

I am ready, I have the armoury

A reflection by Ingrid Ozols – alumnus Master of Suicidology “There was no planning in doing the Masters of Suicidology course. I… Read More

Stressed teens benefit from coping online when less is more

Teenagers who spend a few hours online after a stressful experience fare better than those who frequently use this strategy or not at all a… Read More

Media reports about vaccine hesitancy could contribute to the problem

Alongside logistical and supply issues, vaccine hesitancy has been a notable hurdle in Australia’s troubled vaccine rollout. The news the Australian Technical Advisory Group on… Read More

A passion was ignited

Sarah Spafford is an alumnus of Griffith’s Master of Suicidology. In her own words, she recounts her journey as an international student and learning from her… Read More

Personal experience to national suicide prevention response

Maddeline Mooney is an alumnus of Griffith’s Master of Suicidology. In her own words, she recounts her journey to studying the Master’s degree and… Read More

New elective: Psychological Perspectives on Cultural Diversity

Available to undergraduate students in their second or third year of any degree – university-wide!   Australia is one of the most culturally diverse societies in the world… Read More

Recovering from a sports injury with psychology: Rachel’s story

Born in Zimbabwe, Rachel Kapnias is a third-year international student from South Africa completing a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) with Griffith University. In her own words, she recounts why she decided to become a clinical psychologist with a research interest. Read More

Psychology week 2020: finding a way through pain with psychology

This Psychology Week, we spoke with Griffith Experts about their careers and research in the dynamic and varied field of pain management. Here, they share… Read More

A stepping stone to a career in cyberpsychology

Before studying at Griffith, Leigh-Chantelle built a career in marketing, consulting, and increasing awareness for veganism, with a variety of roles that took her around the world. In 2020, she will graduate with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a degree that will help her discover her new-found passion for cyberpsychology, digital wellbeing, and digital communication. Read More