Reconnexion

10/08/2026

Calling all Australian psychologists — we need your voice on antidepressant discontinuation.

Long-term antidepressant use is on the rise in Australia, and many people receive limited support when they decide to stop. Gradual tapering combined with psychological support is now considered best practice — yet we still know little about the role psychologists play in this process.
This anonymous survey takes 10 minutes. Your input could help shape future practice guidelines: https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_ePQqdiTmeeUSfZ4

25/05/2026

If you have accessed and used unregulated benzos, please consider sharing your experience with the team at NCCRED to inform the development of better safety and support measures

NCCRED, AIVL, CAHMA and Harm Reduction Victoria are running a study to better understand the experiences of people who’ve used benzodiazepines sources from dealers or online markets in the past 12 months. The study involves a short screening survey, with some people who complete screening invited to also complete a confidential 60–90-minute interview. Find out more here-

https://nccred.org.au/research/our-research/current-research-projects/the-navigating-novel-benzos-study

12/03/2025

Sleeping pills like Temazepam or Stilnox are only recommended short term, as regular use can lead to worsening sleep, memory problems, and dependence. If you have sleep problems, ask your doctor about other ways to improve your sleep - like cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBTi). Deprescribing sleeping pills is often a key step to improving your sleep.

21/10/2024

Now is the time to register to access free treatment for your sleep problems (i.e., insomnia). If you live in Victoria and are struggling with poor sleep, don't miss out - sign up today..... entry into the program will close in 4 weeks!

https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_afqaWeIkrYNTfWS

09/10/2024

We are looking for Australians who have been prescribed a benzodiazepine or z-drug for longer than 6 months to participate in consumer focus groups. This study will inform the co-design of resources to support GPs in adopting a patient-centred approach to deprescribing these medications. To see if you are eligible and register your interest, please complete this brief screening survey: https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_4SdSCNQ1Yaue9aC

27/08/2024

Only a few weeks remain to access free sleep treatment through the Better Sleep Program! If you live in Victoria and are struggling with poor sleep, don't miss out - sign up today!!

https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_afqaWeIkrYNTfWS?fbclid=IwY2xjawE7RaNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHdLl2K-GT9VxRGGM1GEyEqyI4JJX9tLgDDmjqnTBjJhKj-fKhVGtliV3XQ_aem_6wu6BR1yTet61flies3W7g

Deakin University is conducting an evaluation of Reconnexion's Better Sleep Program.

27/08/2024

With International Overdose Awareness Day just a few days off, the Penington Institute has just released the 2024 overdose report for Australia. The story that so often flies under the radar is the prevalent role of . The proportion of unintentional drug-induced deaths involving benzodiazepines has almost doubled over the past 20 years

22/08/2024

Dr Erin Oldenhof and A/Prof Petra Staiger talk about insomnia and the Better Sleep Program developed by Reconnexion to prevent the need for medications like benzodiazepines and z-drugs long-term.

21/08/2024

Listen to our latest BenzoStories podcast where our guest, Simone, speaks about her experience with Reconnexion's Better Sleep Program. Simone struggled with insomnia for many years but found great benefit from doing cognitive behaviour therapy for insomnia (CBTi).

If you're interested in our free Better Sleep program, follow this link https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_afqaWeIkrYNTfWS to learn about Deakin University's evaluation of the program

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FG4sSZigIhn3rWIMWpBwl?si=jwYqzj3bSs6O1Qz06B-0kQ

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