Understanding the unique health and wellbeing challenges facing our young people and how they can be met.

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Tips for ensuring good mental health in children

Posted on by Helen Splarn

 25% of people with a mental disorder experience their first episode before they are 12 years old.* The … Read More »

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The Virtuous Cycle

Posted on by Shridevi

(Genuine) Engagement & Wellbeing enhance achievement, yet how many schools pursue achievement at the expense of engagement and wellbeing? The … Read More »

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Tips to give teenagers on low risk drinking

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90% of students have tried alcohol by the age of 14* With schoolies week fast approaching and the … Read More »

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Wellbeing or Education? It begins with belief

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Dan Haesler asks which should come first, wellbeing or education? This is a no brainer – and possibly … Read More »

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The Five Hallmarks of Highly Respected Achievers

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

What are the characteristics that describe highly driven, achievement-oriented people who are also among the most well-respected in any … Read More »

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Obsessing over happiness has adverse effects

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An obsession with happiness is having an adverse effect for those who seek it, experts say. Over the … Read More »

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Wellbeing or Education – which should come first?

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We all know the general message that “Student wellbeing is important as it impacts on their ability to … Read More »

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Top model: 10 tips on how to be a teen role model

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No matter what young people might say; parents and care givers are still the most influential role models … Read More »

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About The Microaggression Project – power, privilege, and everyday life.

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

This project is a response to “it’s not a big deal” – “it” is a big deal. ”it” … Read More »

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10 minute activist: Reality is beautiful; tell Cleo to stop airbrushing images

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Jessica Barlow, a 20 your old student in Melbourne has got the ball rolling by setting up a … Read More »

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