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Black Dog Institute

In 2021, the Zoo2Zoo riders and supporters will be again raising awareness and much needed funds for the Black  Dog Institute.

To set up a fundraising page or make a donation to a 2021 rider, please click here

Click here to donate or set up a fundraising page

Where your Zoo2Zoo fundraising goes and how it helps the Black Dog Institute

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The Black Dog Institute was formally launched in February 2002. The Institute builds on the work of its predecessor, the Mood Disorders Unit, established 17 years earlier as a state-wide clinical research facility. The Institute is attached to the Prince of Wales Hospital and affiliated with the University of New South Wales. 

The Institute's mission is to advance the understanding, diagnosis and management of the mood disorders by continuously raising clinical, research, education and training standards. In so doing, the Institute aims to improve the lives of those affected - and in turn - the lives of their families and friends. 

What does the Black Dog Institute do?  

The Black Dog Institute is a not for profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by 
mood disorders through our high quality translational research, our clinical expertise and our education programs.

The Institute’s operational model is represented by four interactive streams:
 
Clinical services: We have a Depression Clinic and Bipolar Disorder Clinic that provide free clinical assessments  and  comprehensive  second‐opinion services  for  those  suffering  treatment resistant mood disorders. 
These are dependent upon a referral from a GP or psychiatrist (the Institute does not take over the
management of patients).  

Research: We undertake research into the clinical nature of depression, bipolar disorder and other related areas.

Education : We provide Professional Education and Training to GP’s, psychologists, nurses and allied health  professionals,  as  well  as  school counsellors  and  teaching  staff  to  help them  recognise, understand and manage mood disorders in their clients.

We also have Community Education Programs for the general community, including workplace, youth and rural, to assist in raising awareness and access 
to mental health information. The Community team embraces the support of Volunteers. 

What is the meaning behind the name and logo?

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The term “Black Dog” comes from the metaphor most famously used by Winston Churchill to describe his own depression.
His famous ‘V’ for Victory salute is referenced our logo as a symbol that depression can be overcome. 

In the Institute’s logo, the victory sign casts the shadow of a black dog and provides a metaphor for a disorder that is 
constantly lurking in the background but that the positive is more powerful than the negative.

Who funds the Black Dog Institute?  

The Black Dog Institute receives some government funding, though relies heavily on generous donations from individuals, businesses and community fundraising events, such as the Zoo2Zoo rides. 

Donations

If you are able to support the Black Dog Institute through the Zoo2Zoo events and rides, that would be much appreciated.

Some Facts and Stats about Mood Disorders   

Prevalence 
• 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness in a 12 month period 
• 1 in 7 Australians will experience depression in their lifetime 
• 1 in 33 Australians will experience Bipolar Disorder in their lifetime   

Men 
• 1 in 10 males will experience depression in their lifetime 
• Men are at greater risk of their depression going unrecognised and untreated when compared to  women.  
• Men commonly manage their symptoms by using alcohol and other drugs which often make  their symptoms worse.    

Women 
• 1 in 6 women will experience depression in their lifetime 
• Approximately 1 in 7 women will experience Post Natal Depression

For more information about Mood Disorders or the Black Dog Institute click on the logo above.
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