Schools, unis and mental health

Are schools and universities effectively supporting their students? Jeanette (she/they) speaks about the journey through high school and university, while navigating severe anxiety and an emerging eating disorder. Vivienne Browne (she/her) from Orygen also overviews some of the ways that universities can foster supportive environments.

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On the Same Wavelength is a collaboration between the University of Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, and SANE, Australia’s leading national mental health organisation for people with complex mental health needs, with the support of the Paul Ramsay Foundation. It is hosted by Elise Carrotte, and edited by Chris Hatzis.

Information and resources:

• National Stigma Report Card
• The Australian University Mental Health Framework (Orygen)
• SANE’s information and resources
• Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences

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