Mental Health and the COVID-19 Crisis: Impact and Policy Response

Explore the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on mental health in Australia through this 51-minute virtual colloquium hosted by the Melbourne Institute. Examine profiles of mental health in the Australian community and evaluate the effectiveness of the coronavirus supplement as a national policy response. Gain insights into stress and employment, the impact on young people, distress and family status, and the relationship between natural disasters and mental health. Learn about key findings from the Pulse of the Nation survey and the Kessler Scale. Conclude with policy recommendations and next steps for addressing mental health challenges during and after the pandemic.

Introduction
Presentation Outline
Pulse of the Nation
Kessler Scale
Recap
Results
COVID Supplement
Conclusion
Questions
Stress and employment
Impact on young people
Distress and family status
Next steps
Natural disasters and mental health
Policy recommendations