WORKSHOP: Understanding Child and Adolscent Mental Health

Adverse Mental Health begins in childhood and adolescence. The Australian National Survey shows 35% of young persons in schools have a diagnosable mental health disorder or sub-threshold symptoms! This has a ignificant negative impact on educational achievement, social and health outcomes throughout schooling. In this workshop, we will discuss the National Survey data and NAPLAN results to: • Recognise and understand mental health disorders in children and adolescents • Raise awareness of mental health disorders and their impact in the classroom and at home • Discuss strategies to manage mental health disorders in the classroom and at home.