Not-for-profit seminars, webcasts, advocacy. We’re focused on the mental health and wellbeing of young people and the influence of society and culture on it.
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Do you or someone you know want to develop skills to manage #anxiety & #alcohol use? The Inroads program can help! Visit inroads.org.au/register to access an evidence-based online program based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing.
ALT Young Male is leaning against a window seal and facing the camera. Text is overlaid on the images and says: Are you drinking alcohol to unwind, socialise or handle stress?
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Teachers and school staff, we want to hear from you! Have your voice heard and help improve Positive Choices, an online portal providing evidence-based alcohol and other #drugeducation resources. Visit ow.ly/tQdS50Ga6Hi
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October is @mentalhealthnsw #MentalHealthMonth! Check out this student factsheet for tips on looking after your mental health ow.ly/bzCU50F1GJP. Some practical strategies include:
💤 Getting a good night's sleep
🙅🏽♂️ Avoiding drugs and alcohol
🏃🏽♀️ Moving your body
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How can we improve Positive Choices? If you provide drug and alcohol education in schools, tell us what you think. Complete this survey to help improve our #drugeducation portal. Visit ow.ly/tQdS50Ga6Hi and remember to enter the draw to win a prize!
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I recently did a podcast for @GenNextVoice on #steroids & other #PIEDs, with a focus on #youngpeople. It is related to the GP PIED Guide we recently published: snhn.net/steroid-harm-minimi… Make sure to check both out! #prevention #education #publichealth #harmreduction
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During COVID, many therapists took their sessions online. But some took their clients outside for a leisurely stroll in the park...
@CharlesSturtUni's @WillDobud explains the benefits of outdoor therapy + why we should expand this option to all.
bit.ly/3l8SbYh
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Just published! A general public resource applying 50yrs of #space & #polar #psychology to adapting to #COVID19 #QuarantineLife
Written to be an accessible resource for anyone in maintaining their #mentalhealth.
@DrKimNorris @jeffayton @RANZCP
insightplus.mja.com.au/2020/…
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Only a few days left to earn FREE CPD by watching our presentation through the @GenNextVoice Learning Hub! We'll highlight 2 effective school-based drug and alcohol prevention programs: #StrongDeadly Futures and #ClimateSchools. Access the course here: ow.ly/cGP850BWXQF
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Insightful commentary from A/Prof Sanjaya Senanayeke @sanj971 about the lock-down restrictions, the risk of a second wave, post infection immunity, the resumption of international travel, the flu season and vaccine considerations in this Healthed podcast: bit.ly/3akIKgZ
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Parents & drinking alcohol while in isolation - children will be watching & learning so important to be a good role model. Follow simple 3-point plan & talk about your drinking to ensure your child develops healthy attitudes to alcohol during 'crazy times' doingdrugs-darta.blogspot.co…
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If you’re having a bad day, here are some things that may help. Share your favourite self-care tips below. If you need support please call 13 11 14; available 24/7.
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Educators! I know it's boring to think about your school's bullying policy. BUT... it has to cover certain key things. We carefully reviewed the "Model Bullying Policy" put forth by each state, and detail how they inform what you should do in your school. cyberbullying.org/school-bul…
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Talking about #cyberbullying in your classroom?
Here’s some great strategies for your students to use to be able to intervene effectively if they see bullying or hate targeted at their friends online. bit.ly/2qMEyFZ
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Consider how you can support a child to feel safe and secure as they experience this New Year transition. Take a look at our 'Promoting school attendance' Fact Sheet for further ideas.
beyou.edu.au/fact-sheets/dev…
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eSafety #Parents resources | Here are 5 tips to create a safe #gaming environment for your child 1. Research | 2. Get involved | 3. Prepare | 4. Monitor | 5. Empower. Learn more here: bit.ly/2G1bHTu
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The events of recent days and weeks in Australia have been deeply shocking. Even if a child hasn't been directly exposed to a traumatic event, they may still be impacted by media coverage depicting it. This factsheet will help you support them through this bit.ly/39LOtO7
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Are you posting photos of your child that show details of their school, sporting club or other activities? Take the opportunity to review your own habits & model safe online behaviour. Find @eSafetyOffice practical tips & advice about online safety. bit.ly/2tqTCHd
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With many communities continuing to experience fires across the country, we encourage you to take a look at our tips for supporting children during these tough times. These tips are mostly used in the first hours, days and weeks following a traumatic event bit.ly/34D8nXO
