Finding a good GP for a young person
Often when you’re looking for help for a young person a GP can be the first place to go. Finding a good GP however is a lot easier said than done. It can be difficult for young people to establish a relationship with someone they’ve just me...
Read MoreHome Based Withdrawal
Home Based Withdrawal (HBD) or ‘outpatient withdrawal’ is a good option for a young person who wants to reduce or cease their substance use but may not need the structure of an intensive residential stay. ...
Read MoreSelf-directed help
Not everyone needs an intensive support approach or a worker by their side. Some young people with existing skills and resources can meet their own goals once given the right information and tools....
Read MoreLong-term residential support/ Rehabilitation
Rehab and supported drug-free housing have long been traditional AOD services. How do these support types operate in a youth context and who is best suited for this type of support?...
Read MoreShort-term residential support
"Detox" is what many people associate with AOD support options. Youth withdrawal units were always designed to not only provide withdrawal support but a whole lot more. ...
Read MorePeer support
Not all support options are about getting professional help. Support and understanding from others who have a lived experience of AOD issues can be helpful for some young people...
Read MoreOutreach support
Outreach is an often used term in AOD and other health sectors. Rather than a specific program, Outreach is a way of delivering interventions to young people with particular characteristics. ...
Read MoreE-support
Young people are increasingly using technology to engage with each other and the world. It makes sense then that they would use technology to seek help and support. What can be offered and who is this best for?...
Read MoreDay Programs
Day programs can play a hugely important role in the care and support of young people who are struggling with drug or alcohol use. This article explains the type of supports offered through day programs....
Read MoreCentre-based support and counselling
Counselling is a term that most workers are familiar with but counselling can occur on the phone, online or on the run! This article explains what is offered to young people in more traditional appointment based counselling in a centre....
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