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A report from the University of Melbourne discusses the impacts of Australia's first residential peer-support service for individuals at risk of suicide. The study found that psychological distress significantly improved after the intervention and at follow-up. Participants reported improvements in mental well-being, feelings of connectedness, respite, and confidence to engage with other services. The study suggests that residential peer-support services could be a valuable alternative to conventional inpatient treatment for individuals at risk of suicide. However, it is important to note that the study did not include a control group, the sample size was relatively small, and participants may have provided socially desirable answers. [Extracted from the article]

A report from the University of Adelaide in Australia discusses the findings of a clinical trial comparing two techniques for fetal surveillance during childbirth. The trial aimed to determine if one technique, ST analysis (STan), could reduce emergency cesarean birth rates while maintaining or improving neonatal outcomes. The study also examined the psychosocial outcomes of participants, including depression, psychological distress, quality of life, and infant feeding practices. The results showed no significant differences between the two groups in terms of psychosocial outcomes, suggesting that both monitoring types produced similar results. The findings provide valuable information for making informed decisions about monitoring options in childbirth. [Extracted from the article]

A report from the University of Sydney discusses the protocol for the My Diet Study, a two-part observational study on dieting in Australian youth. The study aims to examine the links between self-directed dieting, psychological well-being, and biomarkers of gut-brain axis functions. Participants will complete questionnaires and diaries to assess mental and physical health, perceived diet success, and food intake. A subsample of participants will also provide bio-samples for analysis. The study hopes to provide information on the impacts and effectiveness of self-directed dieting in young people and inform advice on safety in dieting. [Extracted from the article]