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A University of Queensland study is calling for changes to the way depression is treated in Indigenous communities in Australia.
UQ Rural Clinical School researcher Dr Bushra Nasir said the research has found that current treatments for Indigenous Australians are not working.
“Mainstream treatment models fail to incorporate the Indigenous understanding of mental health,” Dr Nasir said.
“Our results show that treating depression in Indigenous communities should extend beyond just clinical approaches.
“Retaining culture, spiritual beliefs, autonomy and a connection to Country will have a significant impact on improving Indigenous mental health and wellbeing.”
Dr Nasir said there’s also emerging evidence of the link between health and Indigenous connections to traditional grounds.
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Record number of Indigenous students set to study medicine at University of Queensland
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Dr Hayman says there are hundreds of Indigenous people now studying medicine.
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A record number of First Nations students are enrolled to study medicine at the University of Queensland (UQ) with six doctors graduating this year.
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He says there are currently about 250 Indigenous doctors
There are 35 Indigenous students enrolled in medicine at UQ for next year
It is a proud moment for Noel Hayman, who became one of Queensland s first Indigenous medical graduates when he completed his studies in 1990.
He said he strongly believes First Nations medical practitioners can deliver better health outcomes for their people.