Resources
Useful resources
Disclaimer: The following links and resources are provided for information purposes only. We take reasonable care in providing links but have no direct control over the content of the linked sites or the changes that may occur to the content on those sites.
Links to external websites do not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation of any material on those sites or of any third party products or services offered. It is also not intended that this information should replace a consultation with a suitably qualified Health or Medical Practitioner.
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ADHD
Autism
Amaze - helpful resources about Autism for parents, autistic person, etc.
Amaze Resources - Excellent resources for Parents, Autistic person, Educators, etc.
Autism Awareness Australia
Autism Speaks - US site but useful information
Giftedness
AAEGT - Australian Association for the Education of the Gifted and Talented
Davidson Institute - Resources - Huge resources about giftedness and twice exceptionality.
GERRIC (Gifted Education Research, Resource and Information Centre) - Useful holiday programs, professional learning
Parenting Resources
Circle of Security for parents
Perinatal Mental Health
Panda - Peri-natal anxiety and depression, Australia.
COPE - Centre of Perinatal Excellence
Mind the bump - Free mindfulness mediation App.
Zero to Three - Early development and wellbeing from birth to 3 years of age.
How is Dad Going - Emotional and mental health support for men.
What were we thinking - Common experiences and information for new parents.
Youth
Bullying No Way - Definitions, how to respond and prevention information.
Headspace - Focusses on supporting youth mental health and wellbeing.
Orygen - Orygen Youth Health Service. Links to policy, research and education info.
Satellite Foundation - Wellbeing and resources for young carers.
Beyond Blue Youth - Recovery focussed information for anxiety, depression and suicide.
Please note, we do not provide an emergency service. If you need help outside usual working hours, contact your GP or try the following services for advice and support:
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Lifeline - 13 11 14
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Mental Health Line - 1800 011 511
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Kids Help Line - 1800 55 1800
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Suicide Call Back Service - 1300 659 467
In an emergency or if you are/someone is at serious risk of harm to themselves or others, please:
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Call the police on 000
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Go to a hospital emergency department, where there will be an out-of-hours mental health team or psychiatrist contactable.