Early adolescent cannabis use
Heavy early teen cannabis use does increase the risks for later anxiety problems.
Events
Congratulations to Professor Susan Sawyer
Prof. Susan Sawyer inducted into the Victorian Women’s Honour Roll
Chronic Illness Peer Support Program (ChIPS) 2013 Camp
Another year, another great ChIPS camp. The Chronic Illness Peer Support (ChIPS) Program held its annual camp from 16th – 18th January at the Mt Evelyn Recreation Camp. Always a highlight on the ChIPS calendar, this year 42 young people attended along with ChIPS staff, volunteers and a healthcare team – our biggest attendance yet! … Continued
Vinnie’s CEO sleepout
Professor Sawyer wishes to thank everyone who sponsored her in this event.
Launch of Adolescent Health Papers attract media attention
The Lancet Series on Adolescent Health has attracted media attention since the launch held in New York on April 24.
Centre Directors presenting at UNICEF and United Nations Headquarters
Professor Susan Sawyer and Professor George Patton are presenting papers at the launch of the new Lancet Series on Adolescent Health at UNICEF
Youth Homelessness Matters Day April 18 2012
Since 1991 The Royal Children’s Hospital Centre for Adolescent Health has facilitated a clinic for young homeless and marginalised people called the Young People’s Health Service.
Invergowrie Foundation guest speaker
Dr Rony Duncan was guest speaker at the recent 20th Anniversary of the Invergowrie Foundation.
Another Successful ChIPS Camp
The Chronic Illness Peer Support (ChIPS) Program recently held its annual camp with a Disney theme.
Youth Health Nurse Study Day
Nurses who are working with and caring for young people are invited to this one-day introduction into the role and scope of the youth health nurse.