Alexandra Marinucci

PhD Candidate, School of Educational Psychology and Counselling alexandra.marinucci@monash.edu

Core expertise

Educational and developmental psychology
Mental health

Biography

Alexandra is a PhD candidate in the Faculty of Education. She holds a Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental).

articles

Stressed male student sitting alone with a book at a classroom desk

‘It’s almost like a second home’: Why students want schools to do more about mental health

A rise in psychological distress among young Australians, compounded by COVID-19 and difficulties in getting professional help, has added to the urgency of mental health education in schools.

Education

Man sitting in a tunnel looking thoughtful

The need for mental health education in Australian schools

Statistics show the disturbing incline of youth mental health problems, highlighting the need for more support and prevention in schools.

Education