In 2007, Dr Russell received a grant of $83,708 to compare young people’s experiences of mental health and youth alcohol and drug services.
Beyondblue, Victorian Centre of Excellence
Author: Sarah Russell
Australian Drug Foundation
Dr Russell used an action research methodology to implement and evaluate mental health interventions in sporting clubs. She collaborated with Heather Ladson to write about the importance of the local football/netball clubs in rural communities.
Australian Bridge Federation
Dr Russell undertook a qualitative research project to explore older women’s experiences of playing bridge.
Faculty of Medicine, University of Melbourne
Dr Russell undertook an analysis of qualitative data of decision-making processes of people who had undertaken IVF and had surplus embryos.
Victorian Department of Human Services
Dr Russell facilitated the Hospital Admission Risk Program (HARP) forum on diabetes.
Black Dog Institute
Dr Russell developed a CD: Staying well with a stay well plan.
Youth Substance Abuse Service
Dr Russell used an action research methodology to develop a shared practice framework for youth workers.
Melbourne Health
Dr Russell interviewed patients who participated in the Medi-Hotel Trial.
Deakin University
Dr Russell worked with a team on a qualitative project to explore views about where and how people wanted to die.
Beyondblue, Victorian Centre of Excellence
Dr Russell explored the strategies people with a mental illness use to stay well. This research was published in academic and professional journals and later in a book. The article “Staying well with bipolar disorder” was deemed one of the ten best articles published in Australia and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry in 2005.