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.

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Treatment guidelines Printable fact sheets for young people and families
Treatment guidelines Printable fact sheets for young people and families
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Alcohol & other drugs
Bipolar disorder
Communication & engagement
Family inclusive practice
Psychosis
Relationships & sex
Sexuality & gender
Sleep

7 tips for supporting young people through the social media restrictions

Here are 7 tips for starting a supportive conversation that can invite young people to feel heard, respected, and empowered as they navigate changing digital spaces.
PDF factsheet

Information on mental health support for international students

A guide for education institutions, youth services and mental health service providers.
PDF factsheet

Evidence to practice: Defining integrated care in youth mental health

Defining integrated care in youth mental health, and implications for implementation at the service and clinical level.
PDF factsheet

Universal, community-based approaches to enhance young people’s wellbeing (part 2)

Evidence to Practice Part 2: Community engagement.
PDF factsheet

Universal, community-based approaches to enhance young people’s wellbeing (part 1)

Evidence to Practice Part 1: What is wellbeing and what works to improve wellbeing?

Bipolar Disorder Assessment & Treatment

People with bipolar disorder (previously called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) experience a cycle of mood swings between depression and mania (elation).
PDF factsheet

Assessing and responding to sleep problems in young people

The importance of sleep to individuals’ health and wellbeing is increasingly being recognised and understood. Yet, many young Australians are not getting enough
sleep, with some experiencing significant sleep problems.
PDF factsheet

A guide to providing gender-affirming medical care in headspace services

This resource will help you understand what gender-affirming medical care is and why it is important.