Free for NSW secondary schools. An inspiring classroom presentation for Years 8–11 about mental health and wellbeing, the top 5 mental illnesses, and resilience. Works to dispel stigma, generate discussion, promote help-seeking and early intervention. Delivered by someone with a lived experience of depression or bipolar disorder. Maximum 35 students per presentation. Book online now.
A powerful presentation for Years 11-12 which raises awareness about mental health, wellbeing and resilience. Emphasises wellbeing strategies, help-seeking avenues, early intervention benefits, and works to dispel stigma. Delivered by Black Dog Institute Creative Director, Matthew Johnstone who has first-hand experience of depression. For larger audiences. Fees apply. Book online now.
A new and evolving youth website which aims to improve the wellbeing and mental fitness of young people, based on the principles of positive psychology - the science of optimal functioning. A place where 12-18 year olds can anonymously share real personal stories, see videos, blogs and interviews of interesting people, get relevant information, and enter fun competitions from time to time. They can also check their mental fitness, get immediate feedback and track their progress over time. Visit BITE BACK
The creative way of thinking, talking & teaching about mood disorders for PDHPE teachers. A curriculum resource that makes it easy to understand, implement, and teach about mood disorders and the impact they can have on young people. Based on the NSW PDHPE Stage 5 syllabus (Years 9-10) with incorporation of HeadStrong presentation illustrations. May be relevant to others who work with young people. More professional development face-to-face workshops and webinars (online seminars) regarding the curriculum resource to be determined shortly. Download HeadStrong
This community presentation helps school staff, parents, and others working with young people identify early warning signs of mood disorders which typically occur in mid-to-late adolescence. It focuses on the importance of early intervention, offers practical strategies for communicating with someone who you are concerned about, when and where to go for help, and strategies for building resilience, drawing on stories from the Black Dog Institute’s book ‘Navigating Teenage Depression: a guide for parents and professionals’ . Fees apply
Click here for Navigating Teenage Depression.
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Passionate volunteer Youth Presenters deliver a range of our tailored presentations to young people. If you have been personally touched by or care for someone with a mood disorder and you are committed to raising awareness and decreasing stigma of mood disorders in your community, we would love to hear from you. We offer professional training, ongoing support and personal development opportunities.
Apply online now or for more information, please contact Sarah Connor, Volunteer Coordinator on 9382 9250
Download the flyer [PDF, 449KB]
Kerrie Eyers & Gordon Parker
First symptoms of depression often occur during teenage years, and it can be a disturbing and confusing time for families as well as the teenager themselves. How can you tell whether it's just typical teenage ups and downs that will pass, or something more serious? How can we reliably identify and support teenagers with depression?
"At last, a sensible, well-written and incisive description of the most common psychiatric disorder in young people: depression."
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, prominent adolescent psychologist and author. Click here for the full selection of Black Dog Institute books.
Mei Li Quah
Project Manager - Youth Initiatives
02 9382 8320
m.quah@blackdog.org.au
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