We’re excited to launch our #GenderBasedViolence Policy brief which was written in collaboration with the Prevention United YAG and explores the association between gender-based violence and poor mental health in young women. To read the brief –see: bit.ly/4d2hqoj
While social media can negatively affect some young people's mental health it can also be protective in facilitating connectedness and a sense of community. Age-based bans may have unintended negative outcomes and a nuanced approach is needed. See how at bit.ly/4fokTQe
Wondering about the impacts of screen time and social media on youth mental health? Then why not come along to our upcoming webinar. Register at us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
Prevention United is pleased to release the first in our series of bi-monthly evidence summaries of “what works” to promote mental wellbeing and prevent mental ill-health (commissioned by the Victorian Department of Health). bit.ly/4bJvTWt
Join members of our Youth Advisory Group, @ScarlettSmout and Dr Luke Martin as we discuss the complex relationship between screen time, social media and young people's mental wellbeing. To register head to us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
This webinar will explore the benefits and risks to youth mental health associated with screen time and social media use and discuss ways in which we can harness the positive aspects of the digital world, while minimising the potential harms. Register at us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi….
Yes, yes, absolutely yes! We call on all political parties in Australia to do the same at our next Federal election! @AlboMP @PeterDutton_MP @AdamBandt
In response to the Prime Minister’s announcement that the General Election will take place on Thursday 04 July 2024. We are calling on all parties to prioritise the prevention of mental ill-health and recognise there is no health without mental health.
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We're thrilled politicians like @PMalinauskasMP see the need to take a preventive approach to the youth mental health crisis, but is a focus on social media the best or only place to start? See our policy brief bit.ly/44U60Au & discussion paper bit.ly/3QYwuKL
There's a lot said about the link btw screentime/social media & the youth mental health crisis, but in truth the evidence is mixed. So is social media the key target for preventive mental health or are other causes like child maltreatment the priority. See bit.ly/44U60Au
Dr Murthy has been a world leader in raising the alarm about the harmful impact of social media on the mental health of our children. Last year, he issued this advisory: hhs.gov/about/news/2023/05/2…
We're pleased to release our latest policy brief produced in collaboration with our Youth Advisory Group. It explores how we can harness the positive aspects of the digital environment while averting potential mental health harms among young Australians bit.ly/44U60Au.
Momentum is a new and FREE digital mental health program developed by researchers at USQ that provides free support for children (7-17 years) with mental health problems.
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This study and the Australian Child Maltreatment Study can't be ignored. Child maltreatment is prevalent, it's a huge cause of mental ill-health and suicidality, and it's preventable. Preventing child maltreatment must be a key pillar of every governments' mental health policy.
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CHILDHOOD MALTREATMENT RESPONSIBLE FOR UP TO 40 PERCENT OF MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS found in new study from the Matilda Centre, led by Dr @LucyGrummitt.
Full paper in @JAMAPsych: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
Congratulations to @FutureGenInvest for being awarded the Collaboration Award in partnership with Seer Data and Social Outcomes for their work in preventive youth mental health, and for being a finalist in the Innovation Award.
We are delighted to have won the Collaboration Award alongside Seer Data & Analytics and Social Outcomes last night at the Australian Philanthropy 2024 Awards for our Future Generation Global Impact Measurement Initiative. #ausphilawards learn more: futuregeninvest.com.au/
Applications for the position of Prevention United CEO close at 5pm AEDT on Friday 5th April. To apply for the position, head to ethicaljobs.com.au/members/P… and don't forget to address the Key Selection Criteria.
Great event and fantastic policy brief developed by members of the Wellbeing and Prevention Coalition in Mental Health. Schools are a vital setting for wellbeing, prevention and early intervention initiatives, and they need greater support to play their role effectively.
1/2 At @ParlHouseCBR for the launch of a @PreventionUtd policy brief on school-based mental health programs, led by @lou_birrell w panelists @K_Champion1 @jenlhudson @AngelaFalkenbe2 & Jules Gabor (@unicefaustralia), hosted by @KyleaTink
The Wellbeing and Prevention Coalition in Mental Health is excited to launch its latest #Mentalhealthprevention policy brief! The brief provides an overview of school-based mental wellbeing promotion and preventative MH initiatives. To read the brief visit bit.ly/4bO7gIl
Could you be Prevention United’s next CEO? We’re looking for a new CEO who can build on the relationships we’ve forged and the impact we’ve had, to take Prevention United to the next level of sustainability and success! Check out the PD and apply via ethicaljobs.com.au/members/P…
Great to see plans for the next child & adolescent MHWB survey but the scope is too limited. We need to collect specific data to inform promotion and prevention efforts. Don't waste this critical opportunity! @Mark_Butler_MP @Emma4Dobell tenders.gov.au/Atm/Show/7d0f…
This is totally unacceptable. Screening and referral for perinatal depression and anxiety conditions is vital for mums, their partner and child. The barriers to screening described by midwives need to be addressed as a matter of urgency. theage.com.au/national/victo… @IngridStitt
