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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

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Sexuality & gender

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.

A guide to providing gender affirming care in headspace services

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

The association between gender affirming care & youth mental health and wellbeing outcomes

This literature review investigated the association between gender-related interventions in healthcare settings and mental health and wellbeing outcomes for trans and gender diverse young people.