Young People and Mental Health
#WorldMentalHealthDay – focusing on the needs of young people. It’s time to take a stand and demand more for this vulnerable population – our future depends on it!
Research
Disciplinary slapping is associated with bullying in adolescence
Frequent and occasional slapping was associated with increased odds of youth being identified as bullies or bully-victims.
Amphetamine use in the Fourth Decade of Life
A new report indicates that one in four Australians in their mid-30s have used amphetamines and one in 15 reported still using amphetamines.
Parent separations linked with increased risk of depression and antisocial behaviour in adolescents
56% of adolescents in dissolved families show signs of positive development in emerging adulthood (19-20yrs).
Body image issues manifest as early as eight years-old
Children as young as eight experience poor body image as hormone levels rise with the onset of puberty.
How invested are donors in adolescent health?
A recent study by Harvard and CAH, has shown that 4 cents per month is invested in adolescent healthcare projects across low-income countries.
The impact of outdoor adventure programs
A recent study suggests that outdoor adventure experiences have different impacts for different individuals.
Adult consequences of adolescent drinking
Frequency of alcohol consumption in adolescent years is just as likely as binge drinking and problem drinking, to predict alcohol related problems in adulthood.
Pregnancy and dad’s mental health
Men with histories of adolescent and young adult common mental disorders were 4x more likely to experience mental health problems during their partner’s pregnancy.
RCH National Child Health Poll
The latest RCH National Child Health Poll focused on understanding parent’s knowledge, attitudes and experiences related to bullying and their child/adolescent. Read more here.