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Melinda's research area focuses on understanding the vulnerability and resilience of families, particularly those affected by parental mental illness and substance abuse. Her central aim is to promote resilience and reduce the intergenerational effects of vulnerability within families. Currently, she serves as the project manager for the Mental Illness Research Fund Project, which aims to develop an Australian-first recovery model for parents in Victoria's mental health and family services. Melinda has worked closely with Associate Professor Darryl Maybery and Associate Professor Andrea Reupert over the past ten years on multiple projects exploring the needs of families and the mental health service sector's response to these needs. She completed her PhD in the aetiology of short-sightedness and long sightedness and has a Master's degree in Behavioural Science, focusing on the efficacy of new drug treatment for Multiple Sclerosis. Throughout her career, Melinda has published extensively on a variety of topics and currently supervises PhD students in the area of parental mental illness. Her expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and she is committed to contributing to research that addresses societal challenges related to mental health and family dynamics.
Monash University • Melbourne, Australia
Educator and researcher focused on family mental health and resilience.
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