The Blackdog Institute
November 21st, 2005 [ Posted by Bruce A ]To advance we must understand. A challenging declaration but very appropriate when dealing with mental health issues in Australia.
One in four people will suffer from some form of mental illness in their lifetime. At the same time, it is fair to say that no other medical condition is surrounded by so much stigma, misunderstanding and ignorance.
One organisation that is tackling the issues head-on is the Black Dog Institute, a body that is dedicated to advancing the understanding of mood disorders in order to improve the lives of those affected, and, in turn, the lives of their families and friends.
At the end of March 2004, the Institute launched its first website with the help of the team at webqem.
The goal was to develop a practical user friendly as well as a
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