Mental Health
Mental health challenges often begin in adolescence, and early support is critical. We cover:
- Understanding depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma
- Managing social media stress and cyberbullying
- Emotional regulation and resilience-building exercises
- Access to telehealth counseling and emergency helplines
- Neurodiversity: understanding ADHD, autism, and how to support differently-wired teens
Key Fact: Suicide is the leading cause of death for young Australians aged 15-24. 75% of mental health issues emerge before age 25.
Statistic: 1 in 5 adolescents report high or very high levels of psychological distress.
Download our teen mental fitness toolkit, use guided reflection journals, and join peer-led virtual support groups with professional oversight.
Physical Health
Physical health for youth includes more than sports. Learn about:
- Sleep hygiene and consistent bedtime routines
- Movement activities: dance, walking, team sports, martial arts
- Preventing screen fatigue and improving posture
- Safe body practices: hydration, injury recovery, and stretching
- Understanding puberty, growth spurts, and body diversity
Survey Insight: Over 70% of youth aged 12–17 get insufficient sleep, with only 1 in 5 meeting physical activity recommendations.
Fact: Physical activity improves not just body health but school performance and mood regulation.
Try our interactive fitness challenge calendar and explore the YouthHealth 30-Day Movement Mission!
Nutrition & Diet
We promote practical, realistic nutrition advice tailored for young Australians:
- Meal prep tutorials and grocery shopping guides
- Mindful eating and how to recognize hunger cues
- Rethinking sugar, caffeine, energy drinks, and fast food
- Nutrition for concentration, sport performance, and skin health
- Supporting friends with eating disorders and body image challenges
Stat: Only 5% of teens consume enough vegetables daily. 30% skip breakfast regularly, affecting focus and energy.
Fact: Teens who eat family meals at least 3 times a week are 40% more likely to have better nutritional habits and emotional wellbeing.
Take part in our Healthy Habits Recipe Series – quick, fun and delicious recipes tested by young people across Australia.
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Access to accurate, inclusive information is vital. Our topics include:
- Sexual consent, communication, and respectful relationships
- Gender and sexual identity understanding and support
- STI prevention and free clinic locator tools
- Pregnancy options, contraception types, and emergency contraception access
- Rights to confidential health services and what to expect in a sexual health check-up
Insight: 1 in 4 Australian youth report never receiving formal education about consent. STI rates are rising among young adults under 25.
Fact: 42% of sexually active teens did not use condoms the last time they had sex.
Start with our Beginner’s Guide to Sexual Wellness and anonymous youth FAQ library with expert responses.
Support Services
Reaching out is a strength. Here’s how we help connect youth to care:
- Interactive map of youth clinics and support centers across Australia
- Live chat with trained youth health advocates
- Scholarship and housing help for at-risk teens
- Support for carers, teachers, and parents to recognize signs of distress
- Online forums for peer support with moderation
Did You Know? 1 in 3 young people say they don’t know where to get mental health help. Early support can reduce lifelong health costs by up to 70%.
Fact: Youth services tailored to LGBTQIA+ and Indigenous youth dramatically improve access and outcomes.
Explore our interactive support network map to get help fast or share with someone who needs it today.
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