Resources for health professionals

Read research and information summaries about the prevalence, onset, risk factors, assessment and treatment for common mental health issues in young people, as well as finding clinical practice guidelines. Access printable fact sheets to share with young people and family and friends supporting young people.

Clinical research database

Find published studies (controlled trials and systematic reviews) of treatment and prevention strategies for mental health and substance use problems in young people. The database includes research published from 1980 with new research added annually.

Treatment guidelines Printable fact sheets for young people and families

Treatment guidelines Printable fact sheets for young people and families

Alcohol & other drugs

Bipolar disorder

Communication & engagement

Eating disorders

Family inclusive practice

Relationships & sex

Sexuality & gender

Psychosis

Psychotic Disorder Assessment & Treatment

Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders are made up of disorders that include schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders, and schizotypal personality disorder. Schizophrenia spectrum diagnoses make up about two-thirds of all…

Clinical Tips: Supporting Young People with Psychosis

“My Experience with Psychosis” – Sam

Identification of young people at risk of developing psychosis

Over the past 20 years, in conjunction with the development of new models of care for treating psychotic disorders in young people, a series of studies have focussed on the…

Treatment of young people at risk of developing psychosis

Over the past 20 years, in conjunction with the development of new models of care for treating psychotic disorders in young people, a series of studies have focussed on the…