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If you are a young person aged between 12-25 and need information relating to general mental health, physical health, work & study and alcohol and other drugs, this section is designed for you.
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sadistic online exploitation
Being online can be enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. One current risk is Sadistic Online Exploitation (SOE), where some people online may try to harm others. If you…
your cultural identity & mental health and wellbeing
We are all complex, unique individuals with many different parts that help make up our identity. Cultural identity is one part of what makes you, you. It’s related to your…
how headspace can help
When things get tough, it can help to access the right support and talk to someone who understands what young people go through
what are mental health difficulties and when to seek help
You hear the phrase “mental health difficulties” used all the time. But what does it actually mean?
dealing with relationship breakups
Relationships break-up for lots of reasons. Often it’s no-one’s ‘fault’ and nobody is to blame – instead, things just aren’t working out.
The Social Media Ban: Staying informed
What do we know about the social media ban? Who’s affected, when might it happen and how will it work? Let’s break it down.
PDF factsheet
getting help for your mental health: a guide for international students
Information on accessing mental health support in Australia as an international student.
Be the B.O.S.S of your money
Whether your main source of income is wages from your job, pocket money from your family or Centrelink payments, it’s important to know how to confidently make decisions about your…