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The Medical Journal Of Australia explains ReachOut’s unique web based service and the Youth of Australia seeking online mental help is very appealing.
[Seventy-five per cent of mental illness begins before 25 years of age, with one in five young people (children and adolescents) diagnosed with a mental health problem. Yet, Australian data indicate that only 29% of those affected contact a professional service of any type. Given the poor prognosis for adolescents and adults with untreated psychiatric symptoms, these low rates of access and treatment are particularly disturbing.
The Internet is increasingly becoming a support of choice for young people, with research demonstrating that young people actively seek health information and referrals through the Internet and online discussion groups, including accessing sensitive information on AIDS, birth control and mental health issues.]
The journal is would be useful for Lissa’s Case Studies as it gives specific statistics on internet use and answers questions like ‘Why use the Internet as a tool for service delivery to young people?’
I found this related article on the Inspire Foundation website
Internet role in youth mental health endorsed- Inspire Foundation Website
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Thanks for the info on the Reach Out! program. I recently blogged about my interest in an alternative therapy for mental illnesses. My inclination is that video games can provide great assistance to those in need of mental care. I’m really excited to see the ROC game the website has provided to see their take on the whole thing.
Comment by Marcela Roberts April 21, 2008 @ 10:16 pm