support options
Numbers to call when needing support
- Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 (Counselling for young people aged 5-25)
- Beyond Blue – 1300 22 46 36 (Anyone feeling anxious or depressed)
- Lifeline – 13 11 14 (Anyone having a personal crisis)
- Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 (Anyone thinking about suicide)
- MensLine Australia – 1300 78 99 78 (Men with emotional or relationship concerns)
Top Resources for Supporting Your Teen’s Health and Wellbeing
Parenting teens can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when navigating issues like mental health, online safety, and physical wellbeing. Here’s a list of trusted websites packed with valuable resources for parents:
- Raising Children Network – Provides comprehensive guidance on teen development, emotional health, and relationship tips to support parents in fostering a positive environment.
- Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne – Fact Sheets – Access reliable, up-to-date health information on a wide range of topics. These fact sheets cover everything from physical health to behavioural advice.
- eSafety for Parents – A valuable tool to help parents navigate their teens’ digital lives. Offers practical advice on managing screen time, social media, and ensuring online safety.
- Headspace – A youth-focused mental health service offering resources on mental wellbeing, study/work-life balance, and support options for young people aged 12-25.
- Parentline – Free, confidential advice and support for parents and caregivers, available by phone or online, to help with any parenting challenges.
- ReachOut Parents – Practical tips and strategies to support teen mental health, covering issues like stress management, relationships, and dealing with difficult emotions.
- Beyond Blue – Resources focused on mental health issues, including anxiety and depression, tailored to young people and their families.
- The BRAVE Program – An online program designed to help parents support children and teens coping with anxiety, with interactive modules for different age groups.
- Kids Helpline for Parents – Information on mental health, personal safety, and communication tips to help parents understand and support their children through tough times.
- Smiling Mind – A mindfulness app and website offering guided meditation and mental wellness resources to help teens build resilience and reduce stress.
These resources provide expert advice and practical tools to support your teen’s physical, mental, and online safety, helping you create a healthy, supportive environment for their growth and development.