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New adaptive platform clinical trial model to accelerate advancements in schizophrenia treatment

New adaptive platform clinical trial model to accelerate advancements in schizophrenia treatment

A world-first Queensland-based clinical trials platform will enable researchers to evaluate multiple therapies simultaneously, potentially leading to faster discovery of more effective treatments for people living with schizophrenia.

Breakthrough findings for schizophrenia treatment monitoring

Breakthrough findings for schizophrenia treatment monitoring

Intrusive monthly blood tests could be safely reduced for many people receiving long-term clozapine treatment for schizophrenia according to a new study by the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research.

Social factors critical to early mortality for people with schizophrenia

Social factors critical to early mortality for people with schizophrenia

Stigma, lack of social support and unemployment play significant roles in premature mortality in people with schizophrenia according to a study by the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research (QCMHR).

Half the population to have a mental health disorder by 75

Half the population to have a mental health disorder by 75

A global study co-led by researchers from The University of Queensland and Harvard Medical School has found one in two people will develop a mental health disorder in their lifetime.

Study highlights importance of collaboration between mental health and police services in supporting people in suicide crisis

Study highlights importance of collaboration between mental health and police services in supporting people in suicide crisis

An Australian first study of police negotiator suicide incidents in Queensland has supported the value of investing in collaborations with mental health services to help people in crisis.

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