In #ExerciseRightWeek, we highlight a recent paper from the ACBRD, which explores the association between physical activity and depressive symptoms in adults with type 2 diabetes, and how it differs by body weight
by Ralph Geerling
Category: mental health
The 4-step mindfulness practice for diabetes distress
For Mindful in May, Dr Adriana Ventura walks you through a simple mindfulness practice to increase resilience in the face of diabetes.
Anyone for yoga?
In a mini review, Dr Adriana Ventura examines the benefits of yoga for people with diabetes.
by Dr Adriana Ventura
UK All-Party Parliamentary Group discusses emotional and psychological support of people with diabetes
How can we ensure fewer people experience difficulties coping with diabetes? And how can we make appropriate support available for anyone who needs it?
By Dr Debbie Cooke: University of Surrey and Dr Michelle Hadjiconstantinou
2017 VicHealth awards finalist
Diabetes and Emotional Health handbook and toolkit recognised as a standout Victorian ‘Research into Action’ health promotion project.
by Jennifer Halliday
Congratulations to the team at the Mental Health Professionals Network (MHPN), who have just been awarded Commonwealth Department of Health funding to enable continuation of their highly regarded network and webinar program over the next three years.
by Jennifer Halliday
Prof Jane Speight highlights grant funding and its necessity to enable research to be undertaken.
by Prof Jane Speight
In April 2017, ACBRD Research Fellow, Dr Adriana Ventura started her private psychology practice in Frankston. Although her practice is not confined to people with diabetes or other chronic health conditions, Adriana has a special interest in these groups.
by Dr Adriana Ventura
by Prof Jane Speight