The Great 8 Traits of Heroism
We often talk about how everyday people can be trained to act as heroes, but is there a heroic personality? One of the keystone papers in the field of heroism by Scott Allison and George Goethals [...]
Mental Health a “Universal Challenge” for Australia
An interview with Federal Health Minister, Greg Hunt, has illuminated the vital need for mental health services for rural Australian communities. Interviewer Kim Landers discusses how the rate of [...]
Mental Health Support Needed for Graduate Students
A recent survey has found that mental illness is a growing concern with graduate students. These findings add to the rising need to address mental health concerns in higher education students.
Everyday Heroes: Grace Creenaune and Erica Montgomery
Today’s everyday heroes are two young lifeguards who saved a man from drowning in a Victorian river. Grace Creenaune and Erica Montgomery jumped into action after being alerted by the [...]
How MHFA is Changing the World
The Mental Health First Aid program was developed in Australia almost 18 years ago. Since then, the training has spread across nations to create a global network of MHFAiders.
