Perinatal depression, which includes both antenatal (or prenatal) and postnatal depression, is a significant mental health issue that many women face during and after pregnancy. While postnatal depression often gets the spotlight, mood changes can start during...
Professor Kelly Newell
Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Wollongong
About Professor Kelly Newell
Professor Kelly Newell is a Neuroscience researcher and Lecturer in the School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences at the University of Wollongong. Professor Newell's research is focused on investigating neurobiological changes in subjects with depression and schizophrenia and identifying novel drug targets. Professor Newell has a particular interest in understanding the neurobiological changes that occur in depression during various life stages, including pregnancy and late-life, and effective treatment approaches during these life stages.
Depression in older adults: What to look for and how to help
Depression is common and can affect people at any stage of life. While many of us may experience depressive episodes during our younger years, it’s increasingly recognised that depression can also emerge for the first time in older adults. Here, Professor Kelly...