Baseline findings from Study 1 of a longitudinal co-evaluation of the Live4Life adolescent mental health promotion model in regional Victoria, Australia
The Live4Life model, developed by Youth Live4Life, is a mental health promotion and suicide prevention program designed for adolescents in rural and regional Australian communities. The program combines delivery of
Social connection as a key target for youth mental health
It is well established that positive social connections play a critical role in supporting mental health and promoting wellbeing. During adolescence, connections with peers and school communities become increasingly influential
Ealy-life protective factors for adolescent self-harm and suicidality: A longitudinal cohort study in Australia
Suicide and self-harm are serious public health concerns that can emerge during childhood and adolescence. While much of the existing research has focused on identifying risk factors, less attention has been
A Delphi consensus study on the dimensions of positive mental health
Inconsistent use of terms such as positive mental health, flourishing, and mental wellbeing across disciplines limits reliable measurement, intervention design, and policy development. In this study, researchers aimed to gather
Annual Research Review: Improving school climate to improve child and adolescent mental health and reduce inequalities
Much of the research around school mental health has focused on using schools as a setting to deliver new interventions to large numbers of young people. Increasingly however, research is
The prevalence of potentially traumatic events in childhood and associations with mental disorders, suicide and physical health in adulthood
This study estimated the population prevalence of exposure to potentially traumatic events during childhood, such as serious accidents, physical or sexual violence, and natural disasters among Australians, and examined their