Guilford Young College Tackles Mental Health as Students Hit Exams
As Guilford Young College Year 11 and 12 students hit exam time, Federal Minister for Mental Health Mark Butler took time out to catch up with students and talk about mental health issues.
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21 November 2012
As Guilford Young College Year 11 and 12 students hit exam time, Federal Minister for Mental Health Mark Butler took time out to catch up with students and talk about mental health issues.
Mr Butler said it was important during times of heightened stress to pay attention to our mental health.
“We know that 1 in 4 young people will experience a mental health issue this year, making it the single biggest issue facing young Australians,” Mr Butler said.
“A little while ago we introduced a terrific program at schools called MindMatters which gives schools the tools they need to respond to mental health issues experienced by students,” Mr Butler said.
“Guilford Young College is a great example of the success of this program.”
Mr Butler said unlike other physical conditions, mental illness emerges early in life but if left untreated can persist into adulthood.
“Schools that promote positive mental health can make a significant difference to the lives of students in terms of better educational, employment and social prospects later in life.”
“Guilford Young College should be congratulated for its “whole-school” approach to mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention,” Mr Butler said.
The Gillard Government last year committed $2.2 billion over five years to make mental health a national priority and significantly improve and expand services.
For more information, contact the minister’s office on 02 6277 7280
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