See you next year! The Positive Choices team wishes you a fun and safe festive season. We look forward to sharing exciting new resources with you when we return on Tuesday 13th January 2026. For information on where to get help, visit: positivechoices.org....

With family gatherings and other celebrations happening, teenagers can be exposed to the drinking behaviours of their parents and other adults. This factsheet offers tips on how you can avoid normalising alcohol + model responsible drinking for your teen: positivechoices.org....

With the school year over and Summer holidays here, this time can feel particularly sad, worrying or uncertain for some young people. However, it's important to talk about what you're experiencing and reach out for support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people have indicated that schools and teachers are their preferred sources for information about substance use. This factsheet offers ways that you can help to reduce drug related harms for your students: positivechoices.org....

Catch up on our latest webinar presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lauren Gardner and Mrs Natalie Gorgioski! positivechoices.org....

Tomorrow marks 10 YEARS since Positive Choices first launched in December 2015! Looking back on an entire decade of Positive Choices, we've achieved some amazing things along the way...

Do you know how to help someone if a drug-related #emergency happens? We've recently updated our step-by-step guide to show you how to put someone in the #RecoveryPosition. Learn more: positivechoices.org....

Did you receive our final e-Newsletter for 2025? Check your inbox 📩 or access the newsletters below: 🧑‍🏫 Teachers & health workers: mailchi.mp/positivec... 👪 Parents & families: mailchi.mp/positivec... Didn't receive an email from us? Subscribe here: positivechoices.org....

Have you registered yet for our free webinar this Wednesday 26th November at 12pm Sydney time? positivechoices.org.... #JustAnnounced | Dr Lauren Gardner and Mrs Natalie Gorgioski will also be joined by David Brown, Dean of Students at Scotch College Melbourne!

If your teenager is attending #Schoolies or #LeaversWeek, it's normal to feel worried for their safety and wellbeing. This factsheet offers advice on how to talk to your teen about staying safe + ways that you can support them while they're away from home: positivechoices.org....

Positive Choices is proud to feature in eMHPrac's new edition of the Australian Digital Mental Health Directory for Health Practitioners! The eMHPrac Directory is a comprehensive list of safe, evidence-based Australian digital #MentalHealth services.

This Sunday is #InternationalDayForTolerance! A day dedicated to defending and promoting cultural and linguistic diversity, as well as diversity of knowledge.

Current prevention methods not meeting the needs for adolescents in regional areas, says new research from Dr @lyraegan.bsky.social. Presented at #APSAD25

Calling all #AustralianTeachers! Did you know that OurFutures #Vaping Prevention Module is currently free for all Year 7-8 high school students under a national roll-out funded by the Australian Government?

Interested to hear how evidence-based substance use prevention & mental health programs are being implemented in Australian schools? Register for our free webinar presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lauren Gardner & Natalie Gorgioski on Wednesday 26th Nov! positivechoices.org....

#NewResearch | A recent study has revealed younger Australians are drinking less alcohol than previous generations. #GenZ—followed by #Millennials—are far more likely to abstain and drink less overall compared to #BabyBoomers. Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley....

The transition from high school to tertiary education can be an exciting time for your teen, but it can also have an impact on their #mentalhealth + behaviours around #alcohol. On this final day of #MentalHealthMonth, read our blog post for tips on navigating this transition: positivechoices.org....

On this final day of #MentalHealthMonth, learn from @orygen.org.au researcher Dr Alex Guérin as he explores the link between #methamphetamine use and #mentalhealth among youth, associated functional and cognitive outcomes + emerging research around new treatments for young people!

As a parent, guardian or family member, you can have a big impact on teenager’s lives and the decisions they make. Read our factsheet on how families can protect teenagers against drug related harms: positivechoices.org....

Research suggests use of alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs—in addition to co-occurring #mentalhealth issues—is higher among our #rural youth compared to those living in big cities. This webinar looks at how to support them and reduce the risk of harms: positivechoices.org....

Want to help improve the #mentalhealth and wellbeing of your students? Aussie Optimism offers a range of classroom programs to help teachers build resilience among students from Kindergarten to Year 8 + reduce likelihood of alcohol and tobacco use. Learn more here: positivechoices.org....

Have you heard of WellMob? It's an online resource hub for #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslander health workers and communities. Find culturally relevant websites, apps, videos + more focusing on social and emotional wellbeing or #SEWB Visit wellmob.org.au

#Teachers! For this #MentalHealthMonth, learn how common co-occurring #mentalhealth and substance use disorders are among young people, why early intervention is important + useful tips for helping your students: positivechoices.org....

We have made changes to our Privacy Statement to include more details on the information we collect. Visit the Privacy Statement page to learn more: positivechoices.org.au/information/...

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay! Adolescence can be a difficult time for your child's #mentalhealth. Learn about the link between mental health and alcohol/drug use, what to look out for + strategies for supporting your teen: positivechoices.org....

Couldn't make it to our last webinar presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion? Catch up on the recording to learn about the ‘Big 6’ lifestyle risk factors + parenting strategies to promote healthy habits for your teen! 🔗 positivechoices.org....

Today marks the 1st day of #MentalHealthMonth! Did you know that you can download one of Mental Health Australia's 3x calendars providing daily tips during October for good #mentalhealth?

#Teachers and school staff! Have you heard of #PreVenture? It's a school-based intervention which aims to reduce drug and alcohol use + improve students' emotional wellbeing. To learn more about the PreVenture program, visit: positivechoices.org....

As your child gets older, friendships with their peers become crucial to influencing your child’s drinking behaviours. Our blog post suggests 5 key things you can do as parent to help foster positive and supportive friendships for your teenager: positivechoices.org....

Have you registered for our webinar yet? Join us this Wednesday at 12pm AEST and learn about the ‘Big 6’ lifestyle risk factors for developing chronic health conditions during adolescence + how parents can support their teenager to improve the ‘Big 6’! 🔗 positivechoices.org....

Sometimes when people are drunk or use drugs they can become violent and aggressive. For a young person this can be scary, but there are some ways that they can try to calm the other person down and protect themselves. This factsheet explains how: positivechoices.org....

Did you know that according to the 2022-23 Australian secondary schools’ survey, approximately 1 in 50 young people aged 12-17 used #PerformanceEnhancingDrugs or #ImageEnhancingDrugs in the past year? #Teachers - share this resource with your students: positivechoices.org....

It can be tricky to navigate how and when to talk to your child about their potential drug use. But having an initial conversation can be an important first step so your child trusts you and feels able to talk to you. For useful tips, visit our factsheet: positivechoices.org....

As a parent, how can you help your teenager to improve the ‘Big 6’ chronic health risk factors? Register for our upcoming webinar—presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lily Davidson and Dr Katrina Champion—to gain practical, evidence-based strategies + more! → positivechoices.org....

Do you know how #methamphetamine works, and its effects on the human body and brain? Read our factsheet to find out the answers + more: cracksintheice.org.a...

The Illicit Project is an evidence-based drug and alcohol education program designed for Year 10-12 classes. Help your students to learn about the impact of drug use on the developing brain + gain practical harm reduction strategies. To learn more, visit: positivechoices.org....

Attending #TheMHSConference2025 in Brisbane? This Wednesday from 2-3:30pm AEST hear from @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Steph Kershaw and Tariq Isaacs as they discuss the development + impact of our lived experience videos! To view the full conference program: themhs.eventsair.com...

Did you know that @cracksintheice.bsky.social has a range of educational resources about #methamphetamine that are designed for school communities? Whether you're a teacher, parent or student, you'll find evidence-based factsheets, helpful tips + more here: cracksintheice.org.a...

Some students may feel more comfortable talking about drug or alcohol issues with a teacher or trusted professional over a family member. This factsheet offers tips for having these conversations with a young person: positivechoices.org....

It's really important that we take care of ourselves so we can look after our families and communities. Connecting to Country is just one of many ways that you can improve your Social and Emotional Wellbeing / #SEWB. For more tips, visit: strongspiritstrongmind.com.au/campaigns-gr...

Looking for a fun and engaging way to show your teen how #alcohol affects the human brain? This video by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride to learn about alcohol’s harmful effects on 5 different brain structures: positivechoices.org....

Is caffeine addictive? How much caffeine can a young person safely consume per day? Get the facts about #caffeine and #energydrinks to share with your students: positivechoices.org....

Interested in culturally relevant resources to help educate kids about #grog? Grog Brain Story is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth to learn about the impact of #alcohol on all parts of life! 🗣 Available in English, Warlpiri and Kriol, access it here: positivechoices.org....

Today is #InternationalYouthDay! #IYD2025 Every young person has the right to live a safe, happy & healthy life - but this is not always easy during adolescence. This factsheet can help empower you to make positive choices when it comes to alcohol and other drugs: positivechoices.org....

#ICYMI... our August 2025 eNewsletter is out now! Check your inbox 📩 or access the newsletters below: 🧑‍🏫 Teachers & health professionals mailchi.mp/positivec... 👪 Parents & families mailchi.mp/positivec... Didn't receive an email from us? Subscribe here: positivechoices.org....

There are some signs and behaviours that may raise concern that your child is using drugs. But it's important not to jump to conclusions and keep in mind that many of these signs are common among teenagers. Learn more here: positivechoices.org....

There are plenty of rumours that go around about #grog and #drugs – but do your students know what's actually true? This factsheet can help you clear up some common myths they may have heard before, so that they get the facts: positivechoices.org....

What are the health effects of doping? Check out this mobile app developed by Sport Integrity Australia in collaboration with Sport Integrity NZ. Using augmented reality, students can create an athlete avatar who experiences the negative health effects of #doping: positivechoices.org....

If your parent or carer is using #methamphetamine, you might face some things that are hard to handle at your age. This factsheet can help guide you on what to look out for, and what steps you can take to look after yourself + get support: cracksintheice.org.a...

Inhalants are risky for young people. Knowing why they’re used can help parents respond with care. Check out this article by @alcoholdrugfdn.bsky.social‬ to learn more: adf.org.au/insights/...