Trusted. Trailblazing.
UniSC’s Thompson Institute addresses society’s most pressing mental health issues. We integrate world-class research, clinical programs and education under one roof, to translate the latest science into programs that benefit society. Everything we do is underpinned by neuroscience. This uncovers promising new insights into mental health and how it is linked to our brain structure and function.
Mental health resources
Our hearts go out to those who experienced and are still experiencing the aftermath of the horrific Bondi Beach mass shootings.
It is normal to experience feelings like anger, fear, anxiety and sadness. For advice on how to support yourself and others, visit our mental health resources.
National PTSD Research Centre
Hope for trauma survivors. We pursue solutions for the 1.4 million Australians living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The centre is the first of its kind in Australia, bringing together advanced neuroscience and psychotherapies, to unveil crucial insights into how PTSD and traumatic stress are linked to brain structure and function.
Our integrated programs
As we research enduring solutions for the future, we simultaneously deliver evidence-based support for communities today. Through integrating research with education, clinical services, and community engagement, we put the latest science into practice.
Research
Our research addresses pressing mental health and brain health issues:
Tertiary education
Translating the latest science into high-quality education and training
- Post-graduate programs in Mental Health and Neuroscience
- Higher degree research, including PhD candidacies
Community and industry training
Translating the latest science into high-quality education and training
- Employee wellbeing sessions
- Industry training in suicide prevention and trauma impacts
- Brain Science for Wellbeing webinars
- The Alliance for Suicide Prevention
- Community training and information sessions
Clinical programs
Our clinical programs investigate promising treatments and translate science into services that benefit the community.
Study mental health and neuroscience
Gain a postgraduate qualification in one year
100% online self-paced
Study mental health and neuroscience
Gain a postgraduate qualification in one year
100% online self-paced
News
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A traumatic event is still affecting me, when should I check for PTSD?
22 Dec 2025It is very normal to experience stress symptoms following a traumatic event, but a global PTSD expert says there are signs when to seek a diagnosis for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Will the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ really help me sleep?
19 Dec 2025The Scandinavian sleep method is having a moment in the spotlight – UniSC sleep experts analyse whether or not it actually works.
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General enquiries
- Phone: +61 7 5430 1191
- Email: thompsoninstitute@usc.edu.au
- Visit: 12 Innovation Parkway, Birtinya, Queensland
Clinical trial enquiries
Postal address
Thompson Institute (ML59), UniSC
PO Box 5280
Sunshine Coast Mail Centre Queensland 4560
Australia
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