I'm a young person
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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Understanding anger
Everyone feels angry sometimes. Anger becomes a problem when it begins to impact a person’s daily life and causes them to react in a way that might hurt themselves or…
how to cope with the stress of natural disasters
This information is for young people affected by a natural disaster such as a flood, bushfire, earthquake or cyclone.
what is sexting & image-based abuse?
It’s never been easier to meet others, date and hook up online. Apps like Tinder, Bumble, Grindr, as well as private messaging apps like Snapchat and Peek, have made flirting…
understanding sex and sexual health
Having conversations and learning about sex and sexual health can help you to feel ready for sex and help make sure your sexual relationships are positive and healthy.
understanding sexuality
One of the things that make up our identity is sexuality or sexual orientation. This is who we are attracted to romantically (who you love or sometimes called emotional attraction)…
what is a general practitioner (and what can i expect)?
General practitioners (also known as GPs, medical practitioners or doctors) can provide you with health support.
how to help a friend going through a tough time
Getting help for a friend can take a bit of time and effort but it is worth it.
how to finance your studies
Once you've chosen the course you'd like to do, you need to make sure that you're able to cover the expenses of the course fees and your living costs while…