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Dr Ashley Dunne, research fellow at the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science, has been awarded the Maconochie Prize.

Dr Ashley Dunne awarded the Maconochie Prize by Australian Psychological Society College of Forensic Psychologists

Dr Ashley Dunne, a research fellow at the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science, has been awarded the Maconochie Prize by the Australian Psychological Society of Forensic Psychologists.“Being in the early stages of my research career, I was extremely ecstatic and honoured to have won the Maconochie Prize,” Ashley said.“It is a really meaningful achievement for my work to be recognised and so highly regarded by the Australian Psychological Society College of Forensic Psychologists—the peak body of forensic psychology in Australia.”Ashley’s research: exploring maladaptive schemas and schema modesThe [...]

Using occupational therapy and art therapy to support mental health at Thomas Embling Hospital: supporting mental health through art.

A joint approach: Using occupational and art therapy to support mental health recovery at Thomas Embling Hospital

Once a wall blank and bare now sits a stunning coastline mural, created by the patients on Thomas Embling Hospital’s Daintree Unit.A symbol of achievement, overcoming fears and fond beachside memories, the mural—lovingly dubbed as Whale Beach— is so much more than a beautiful addition to the unit’s art room.“Creating art has a huge benefit for a person’s mental health and well-being,” Art Therapist Abigail Reisner said.“It’s a beneficial and therapeutic outlet—particularly in a group setting. As the project [...]