Mental health

A University of Queensland study has revealed that people with mental disorders are many times more likely to develop other health conditions, highlighting the need to provide them with better medical care.

A new study shows people with mental disorders have a life expectancy up to a decade shorter than the general population.

A recent study of 5.9 million Danish individuals has provided the largest and most comprehensive study of comorbidity - the development of 2 or more mental disorders - to date.

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgical procedure used to manage the symptoms of conditions such as Parkinson’s disease. For neurosurgeon Associate Professor Terry Coyne and neurologist Professor Peter Silburn, the magic of the procedure has yet to be lost, even after having performed a thousand of the delicate operations.

Research into brain development and schizophrenia has led to international acclaim for Professor John McGrath AM, recipient of Denmark’s Strömgren Medal.

We are more likely to be surprised when we feel anxious. This is reflected in increased brain activity and disrupted connections within the brain.