Events

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a is a neuro-developmental disorder that begins in early childhood and is regularly seen in presentations at Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.

Infants, children, and adolescents typically don't present to mental health services alone. There are usually others involved, requiring the consideration of a systemic approach to assessment, diagnosis, formulation & treatment planning. These "others" may range from immediate carers to the schools the young person attends, or to wider service providers such as GPs, Child Protection, Family Services, Paediatricians, or a variety of private services.

The aim of this seminar is to provide participants with an understanding of psychological issues related to offending youth in our society.

Children and adolescents present to mental health services on occasion with recurring somatic complaints that are unable to be explained by any well-defined physical disorder.

This seminar will explore the nature of adolescent substance use, identifying when it becomes problematic to an extent that warrants intervention.

Stigma and discrimination experiences are rampant in the world of having mental health issues, AOD and in the world of harm reduction.

This workshop focuses on practical strategies for implementing family-inclusive practice addressing common challenges

Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM) is an effective outpatient eating disorders treatment for anorexia nervosa, tested against evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).

This interactive workshop introduces social workers to a systemic way of thinking and working with children, young people and families.

This workshop reviews current evidence on personality disorders in young people and introduces a best-practice model for early intervention.