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How Social Media Fuels Teen AnxietyOver the past fifteen years, the mental wellbeing of young Australians has become much worse. In a two-minute video, I look at the evidence on how social media and smartphones affect teen mental health, offering seven key facts and four solutions (click to view). And if you’re curious about the emerging debate, check out my review of Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation, recently published in the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. |
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For more information and news check website at Mental Health Australia Weekly Update
In a very blunt and powerful open letter to the Australian people — particularly politicians and other decision-makers — Vanessa charts what it is like to love a child with complex mental health needs. You can read Vanessa’s letter in full here. “The health system, their executives and our own Ministers likes to say that he “fell through the cracks”. This is not true. This is a system that is designed to fail. Designed to push somebody onto another public service so that they do not have to address the issues at hand” she writes. “We have endured accusations of domestic violence simply because our son needed us to restrain him during neurological episodes, an act necessary to prevent self-harm. We’ve witnessed the havoc wrought by potent medications, rendering our home unsafe for all. Like Cauchi’s family we’ve hidden sharp objects, transforming our household into a battleground where safety is a fleeting illusion.” “Amidst the despair, I would like to think there’s a glimmer of hope—a call to action for greater empathy, for a society that sees beyond the surface and acknowledges the humanity in us all. It’s a call to recognise that behind every headline lies a story, a struggle, a life worth fighting for.” These are stories that need to be heard: that’s the only way change will be possible. In coming forward, Vanessa is taking a stand for her family, and we stand with her. If you have experience trying to access the mental health system, either for yourself or someone you love, and would be willing to work with me to engage politicians with our stories, I’d love to hear from you. I’ll be holding a Zoom call next Tuesday evening, 7 May at 5:30pm Sydney time. If you’d like to join in please RSVP here. If you’d like to be involved but can’t make that time, please let me know by clicking here. Chris Gambian |
THURSDAY 2 MAY HIGHLY SUBSIDISED GROUP VISIT TO PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS
Check In and Departure: 9.15 am Dan Murphy Car Park, 823 Dandenong Road, Malvern East (diagonally opposite Monash Caulfield, allow 15 minutes to walk from Caulfield Station)
The bus will leave on time and cannot wait for latecomers. Bookings are essential as places are limited and must be booked by noon Monday 22 April.
We are obliged to pay a week ahead and therefore must have bookings in time.
Donation: Pensioners $18 Non-pensioners $36
The donation includes bus, entry and final drink. It does not include food/lunch, towels and robes. You are strongly advised to bring your own lunch, towels and a towelling style robe in a bag to carry with you throughout the day.
To book
ELWOOD BEACH WALK ‘N CHAT ON THE FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Bookings by phone / text to the numbers shown are essential – times and starting points may vary. Family members, including canines are very welcome. Walkers generally meet at 1pm, with non-walkers joining us at 2.15pm for a drink provided by ISFAF.
Please book on the day prior to walk or by 10am on the day of the walk, phone Alexis 0423 939 949. Meeting place will be advised when you book.
2024 Tuesday Walk ‘n Chat dates to diarise: May 7 and 21, June 4 and 18, July 2 and 16.
TUESDAY 14 MAY MONTHLY MEETING (7pm for 7.30pm
GUEST SPEAKER Taff Ruvaro, Co-ordinator, Bicultural Worker Research Project, AMAH/ Star Health
TOPIC The Bicultural Project, Star Health
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GUEST SPEAKER Professor Lisa Brophy, Professor and Discipline Lead, Social Work & Social Policy, Department of Community & Clinical Health School of Allied Health, Human Services & Sport, Latrobe University
TOPIC A Psycho-social perspective regarding supporting people experiencing serious mental illness
Professor Brophy’s research ranges widely across mental health, including using highly participatory methods to evaluate interventions and models of care in areas including loneliness, recovery, social inclusion, residential services, human rights and smoking cessation. Her work is contributing to making a difference for people experiencing mental illness and psychosocial disability.
SATURDAY 1 JUNE ART GALLERY TOUR AND LUNCH IN GEELONG
Travel to Geelong – Group to meet at Southern Cross Station – approximately 9am, details tba (or drive yourself)
11am Tour of Special Exhibition: Cutting Through Time—Cressida Campbell, Margaret Preston, and the Japanese Print
Lunch ‘Northern Italian Cuisine in the Heart of Geelong’ Caruggi, a short walk from the gallery
Enjoy a ramble around Geelong or revisit the gallery to view their permanent collection, or other special exhibits, including
SUNDAY 30 JUNE CHRISTMAS IN JUNE LUNCH AT BRIGHTON BAY HOTEL – details tba
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The National Disability Insurance Agency last week provided stakeholders with a sharable presentation about the recent proposed legislation to the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The PDF presentation is attached.
Plain English/easy read material that explains what is included in the Bill, is also available on the DSS website.
The proposed legislation is the first important step to put in place the scaffolding needed to start making the NDIS stronger and to improve outcomes for NDIS participants.
The purpose of the legislation is two-fold, it:
The proposed legislation is informed by feedback from people with disability, their families, carers and the broader disability community over many years—and importantly, it is informed by the NDIS Review.
In addition, the NDIS Amendment (Getting the NDIS Back on Track No. 1) Bill 2024 is available on the Parliament of Australia website and further information is available on the Department of Social Services websi
ISFAF MONTHLY MEETING 7pm for 7.30pm TUESDAY 9 APRIL 2024
GUEST SPEAKER: TING TING HUI, Graduate Clinical Nurse Educator, AMAH
TOPIC: RESEARCH TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF YOUNG PEOPLE WITH EARLY PSYCHOSIS
The research study focuses on developing a co-designed lifestyle intervention aimed at improving the physical health of young people with early psychosis. The research team is currently seeking participation from carers or parents whose loved one is a current or past client of the Youth Early Psychosis Program at Headspace. The aim is to explore their views on the physical health and wellbeing of young people with early psychosis and what can be done to improve their physical health.
GUEST SPEAKER: VIANDRO BORJA, Lead Pharmacist, AMAH
TOPIC: PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICATIONS
Viandro is a Teaching Associate at Monash University’s Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; Chair, SHPA Mental Health Leadership Committee. As well as his lead role in mental health pharmaceuticals at AMAH, he has been heavily involved in the roll out and implementation of the Take Home Naloxone Program across Alfred Health. His knowledge of medications is inexhaustible. Bring your questions and notepads and fasten your seat belts for a very worthwhile evening.
VENUE: AMAH Level 4, 549 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Lots of free parking in the centre lanes of St Kilda Road and Mowbray Street, with many trams stopping at the door.
If you are having trouble with transport, seek further information or just need a chat, about ISFAF and/or issues faced by carers please phone Judi on 0425 723 746 or Eleni on 0412 018 722. Please come early to chat and to enjoy delicious snacks which will be available from 7.10pm. For security, we are required to pay a concierge at the door of the building. Latecomers may not be able to enter.
Advance care planning can include:
Benefits of advance care planning:
Find out more about advance care planning at:
Advance Care Planning Australia