Reducing risk of eating disorders

Weight-related peer teasing is a strong predictor of disordered eating behaviours in adolescents, particularly those at higher genetic risk, new research shows. Focusing on teenagers, the […]

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AI tools could unlock youth perfectionism

The quest to find ideal therapy for perfectionism, a condition showing alarming growth among very young people, has moved online – with researchers believing that Artificial […]

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Obstacles to eating disorder services

With only one in four young adults seeking help for an eating disorder, a new study by Flinders University experts flags a number of problems preventing more […]

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$1.2m of heroic help for youth mental health

In collaboration with Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation and Little Heroes Foundation, Flinders University has announced the creation of the Little Heroes Professor of Child and […]

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Flinders’ new spotlight on mental health

This October, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Flinders is pleased to announce the Flinders University Institute for Mental Health and Wellbeing; a multi-disciplinary research institute improving […]

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Smart eating disorder options

As anorexia nervosa rates continue to climb, eating disorder experts are examining the efficiency and availability of treatment options in Australia’s health system. Increased demand for […]

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