"As workplace violence and critical incidents become more common, we must broaden our definition of who is affected. Those who support others; our managers, HR professionals, peer supporters and wellbeing teams; also need protection. Recognising vicarious stress as a psychosocial risk is critical to building healthier, safer workplaces."
Edith Borg, Psychologist and EAPAA Executive Committee Member

EAPAA acknowledges the ongoing community discussion surrounding recently proposed reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme, and recognises the concerns raised by people living with disability, carers, families, and advocates regarding potential changes to funding eligibility and access for those with complex or ongoing support needs.

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EAPAA research partners Mark Attridge and Daniel Hughes have published the findings of their research into AI in EAP, to understand how and why EAPs are employing AI at the organisational level.

We’ve summed up the findings and added our perspective on the matter.

This recent research into AI does not point to a single, unified view of the future. Instead, it reveals something far more important: a profession that is engaged, questioning, and above all thoughtful in how it approaches change.

What stands out most clearly is this: AI in EAP is not being resisted, it is being carefully evaluated.

Despite growing recognition of the importance of mental health, Australian mental health services are still facing significant gaps in service delivery. From limited access to support in rural and remote communities to underfunding of key mental health programs, individuals continue to experience barriers to receiving timely and adequate care. One critical issue that is emer…