Black Dog Institute Report 2012 Black Dog Institute 2012 Annual Report Translating Research into Real Patient Outcomes www.blackdoginstitute.org.au www.biteback.org.au TURNING VISION INTO REALITY The Black Dog Institute is poised to expand our life-saving activities and have a positive impact on the mental health of all Australians. With the support of government, business and the community, the Black Dog Institute will: DIAGNOSE mood disorders accurately and early TREAT mood disorders using innovative, effective and accessible strategies PREVENT the onset of mood disorders through understanding of the risk factors and delivering prevention programs REDUCE the impact of mood disorders and save lives We invite you to join us on our journey Black Dog Institute© 2012 ABN 12 115 954 197 Black Dog Institute is a company limited by guarantee postal address Hospital Road, Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick NSW 2031 telephone 61 02 9382 4530 facsimile 61 02 9382 8208 email
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