Resources
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When we’re feeling helpless and hopeless it can be empowering to arm ourselves with knowledge. Resources here at The Village are meant for this. While you’re waiting for that appointment or a situation has punched you in the gut, these resources are intended to arm you with knowledge and make you feel less alone. Because one thing for sure is someone has already been there done that so we may as well learn from each other.
If you have some great resources we can add please email The Village. We welcome all contribution that is aligned with our values. This page is for you, me, all of us!
Northern Beaches Autism Community Network
Autism Carers Support Group – run by Northern Beaches Council. A monthly support group for parents and carers on the Northern Beaches.
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Northern Beaches 24 hr Support Guide for Sexual Assault
List of 24/7 phone services to help following assault.
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Rivendell School – Concord West
Rivendell provides a supportive educational environment for high schoolers with challenges such as severe depression, anxiety, psychosis and emotional dysregulation.
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Safe Haven: For high schoolers who are feeling distressed or have suicidal thoughts.
Our closest Safe Haven is now operating in Brookvale.
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Podcast: Neurodivergent kiddo in your life?
Lise and Sarah interview Madonna King and Rebecca Sparrow about everything they’ve learnt in their personal life in the writing of their book OUT OF THE BOX. Practical information around everything neurodivergence eg ADHD and autism.
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Podcast: Happy Families on School Can’t
Dr Justin Coulson interviews a mother whose child is struggling with school attendance.
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Podcast: Parental As Anything with Bec Sparrow
Topics such as body dysmorphia, anxiety, sex, relationships, gaming, alcohol etc
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Right By You
A mental health resource for friends of young people at risk. We offer practical resources and key information about what to do when a friend may be expressing thoughts of suicide.
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Responding to Pornography Exposure: Michelle Mitchell Blog
Responding to Pornography Exposure: A Guide for Concerned Parents
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What To Say if Your Child is Self-harming: Michelle Mitchell Blog
What To Say if Your Child is Self-Harming: A Guide To the Initial Discussion
More level-headed and considered advice from “teenage expert” Michelle Mitchell.
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They Sent A Nude: Michelle Mitchell Blog
They sent a Nude: Thoughts to Prevent, Understand and Respond to Sexting.
Sensible and practical advice as usual from Michelle Mitchell, the “teenage expert”.
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School Refusal Senate Inquiry Report
Link to the Government Recommendations following the Senate Inquiry into school refusal.
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School Refusal Senate Inquiry
The national trend of school refusal and related matters. Yes it’s a big enough issue to have a senate inquiry which began in October, 2022. See the submissions here.
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Podcast: My Teen is Hassling for Nudes
Podcast brought to you by Parental As Anything – Teens. Bec Sparrow hosts a practical look into nudes, sexting, consent, boundaries, rights, legalities and all the things.
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