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Positive Choices
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Positive Choices is an online portal to help Australian schools and communities access trusted, evidence-based alcohol and other drug education resources.
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 1d
Couldn't make it to our last webinar presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion?
Catch up on the recording to learn about the ‘Big 6’ lifestyle risk factors + parenting strategies to promote healthy habits for your teen!
🔗 positivechoices.org....
Image of a laptop with a recording of our latest Positive Choices Webinar: "Parenting strategies to promote health and address lifestyle risk factors among teenagers" presented by the Matilda Centre's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion. Image includes the following text: "Did you miss our webinar with Health4Life Parents & Teens? Watch the recording now!"
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 7d
Featuring a calendar specifically for young people developed in collaboration with ReachOut, plus a First Nations calendar developed with Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia, download your calendar today: www.mentalhealthaust...
Image featuring Mental Health Australia's logo and text with their 2025 theme: "Connecting with your community." Image also contains their 3x calendars: "General Calendar, Youth Calendar, and First Nations Calendar"
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 7d
Today marks the 1st day of #MentalHealthMonth!
Did you know that you can download one of Mental Health Australia's 3x calendars providing daily tips during October for good #mentalhealth?
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 8d
#Teachers and school staff! Have you heard of #PreVenture? It's a school-based intervention which aims to reduce drug and alcohol use + improve students' emotional wellbeing. To learn more about the PreVenture program, visit: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 12d
As your child gets older, friendships with their peers become crucial to influencing your child’s drinking behaviours. Our blog post suggests 5 key things you can do as parent to help foster positive and supportive friendships for your teenager: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 16d
Have you registered for our webinar yet?
Join us this Wednesday at 12pm AEST and learn about the ‘Big 6’ lifestyle risk factors for developing chronic health conditions during adolescence + how parents can support their teenager to improve the ‘Big 6’!
🔗 positivechoices.org....
Image of upcoming Positive Choices Webinar: "Parenting strategies to promote health and address lifestyle risk factors among teenagers" presented by the Matilda Centre's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion. Image also includes a photo of a teenage girl with a soccer ball.
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 20d
Sometimes when people are drunk or use drugs they can become violent and aggressive. For a young person this can be scary, but there are some ways that they can try to calm the other person down and protect themselves. This factsheet explains how: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 22d
Did you know that according to the 2022-23 Australian secondary schools’ survey, approximately 1 in 50 young people aged 12-17 used #PerformanceEnhancingDrugs or #ImageEnhancingDrugs in the past year? #Teachers - share this resource with your students: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 26d
It can be tricky to navigate how and when to talk to your child about their potential drug use. But having an initial conversation can be an important first step so your child trusts you and feels able to talk to you.
For useful tips, visit our factsheet: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · 28d
As a parent, how can you help your teenager to improve the ‘Big 6’ chronic health risk factors?
Register for our upcoming webinar—presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion—to gain practical, evidence-based strategies + more!
→ positivechoices.org....
Image of upcoming Positive Choices Webinar: "Parenting strategies to promote health and address lifestyle risk factors among teenagers" presented by the Matilda Centre's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion. Image also includes a diagram of the 'Big 6' lifestyle risk factors.
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Cracks in the Ice @cracksintheice.bsky.social · 29d
Do you know how #methamphetamine works, and its effects on the human body and brain? Read our factsheet to find out the answers + more: cracksintheice.org.a...
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Sep 3
The Illicit Project is an evidence-based drug and alcohol education program designed for Year 10-12 classes. Help your students to learn about the impact of drug use on the developing brain + gain practical harm reduction strategies. To learn more, visit: positivechoices.org....
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Cracks in the Ice @cracksintheice.bsky.social · Sep 1
Attending #TheMHSConference2025 in Brisbane?
This Wednesday from 2-3:30pm AEST hear from @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Steph Kershaw and Tariq Isaacs as they discuss the development + impact of our lived experience videos! To view the full conference program: themhs.eventsair.com...
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 31
Did you know that @cracksintheice.bsky.social has a range of educational resources about #methamphetamine that are designed for school communities? Whether you're a teacher, parent or student, you'll find evidence-based factsheets, helpful tips + more here: cracksintheice.org.a...
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 29
Some students may feel more comfortable talking about drug or alcohol issues with a teacher or trusted professional over a family member. This factsheet offers tips for having these conversations with a young person: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 25
It's really important that we take care of ourselves so we can look after our families and communities. Connecting to Country is just one of many ways that you can improve your Social and Emotional Wellbeing / #SEWB. For more tips, visit: strongspiritstrongmind.com.au/campaigns-gr...
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 20
Looking for a fun and engaging way to show your teen how #alcohol affects the human brain? This video by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride to learn about alcohol’s harmful effects on 5 different brain structures: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 17
Is caffeine addictive? How much caffeine can a young person safely consume per day? Get the facts about #caffeine and #energydrinks to share with your students: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 14
Interested in culturally relevant resources to help educate kids about #grog? Grog Brain Story is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth to learn about the impact of #alcohol on all parts of life!
🗣 Available in English, Warlpiri and Kriol, access it here:
positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 11
Today is #InternationalYouthDay! #IYD2025
Every young person has the right to live a safe, happy & healthy life - but this is not always easy during adolescence. This factsheet can help empower you to make positive choices when it comes to alcohol and other drugs: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 6
#ICYMI... our August 2025 eNewsletter is out now!
Check your inbox 📩 or access the newsletters below:
🧑‍🏫 Teachers & health professionals mailchi.mp/positivec...
👪 Parents & families mailchi.mp/positivec...
Didn't receive an email from us? Subscribe here: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Aug 5
There are some signs and behaviours that may raise concern that your child is using drugs. But it's important not to jump to conclusions and keep in mind that many of these signs are common among teenagers. Learn more here: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Jul 31
There are plenty of rumours that go around about #grog and #drugs – but do your students know what's actually true? This factsheet can help you clear up some common myths they may have heard before, so that they get the facts: positivechoices.org....
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Positive Choices @positivechoices.bsky.social · Jul 27
What are the health effects of doping? Check out this mobile app developed by Sport Integrity Australia in collaboration with Sport Integrity NZ. Using augmented reality, students can create an athlete avatar who experiences the negative health effects of #doping: positivechoices.org....
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Cracks in the Ice @cracksintheice.bsky.social · Jul 17
If your parent or carer is using #methamphetamine, you might face some things that are hard to handle at your age. This factsheet can help guide you on what to look out for, and what steps you can take to look after yourself + get support: cracksintheice.org.a...
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