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Raising sensitive issues and working to resolve problems that arise along the way can be challenging. It can also be hard as a parent to know the difference between normal behaviour, such as moodiness, irritability and withdrawal, and an emerging mental health problem. This section is designed to help you.
Do you have a few minutes to spare? If you are a family member or friend supporting a young person who is seeking support at a headspace centre, we would love to hear from you!
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Sexuality & gender
Social media & technology
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7 ways to support a young person’s healthy headspace
Just like physical fitness, mental fitness requires regular effort. This can be challenging to maintain. There are many things that family and friends can do to help a young person…
understanding adolescence
Parenting the adolescent you now see before you will be different to how you parented them as a young child. Understanding this stage of life can offer insight on how…
how to support a family member
When someone in your family has a mental health problem
understanding sexuality and sexual identity - for family and friends
The term sexuality refers to a person's sexual attractions, experiences of the attraction and sexual preferences.
Information for family about the social media ban
The social media ban may come as a relief for many parents/carers who have been concerned about its impacts. However, many young people will feel upset, worried or angry.
By their side
Information and resources for family members supporting the mental health of young people
Violence in relationships
Violence in relationships can come in many forms and is any behavior that harms, scares, controls, or pressures another person.
supporting a young person experiencing sextortion
If a young person you know is being sextorted, your non-judgmental care and support can make a huge difference to them.