As Term 3 commences many young people impacted by school refusal may be struggling to return to the classroom. CEO of youth mental health service ReachOut - Ashley de Silva, is available for comment on school refusal as the issue continues to impact families across the country.
Ashley de Silva can speak to:
- Insights from ReachOut about school refusal including causes, impacts and demand for support
- Tips for parents and young people
- Details of support that ReachOut has for young people, parents and educators
Quote which can be attributed to Ashley de Silva:
“School refusal is an issue affecting young people and their parents and carers across the country. For some families, the start of a new term can be a particularly stressful time as young people may struggle to return to the classroom. ReachOut is using this moment to remind young people and their parents and carers that support is available and is encouraging families to seek support for an issue that can often feel overwhelming and isolating.”
ReachOut has a range of supports when it comes to school refusal including:
- Information and tips for parents and carers, one-on-one parents coaching service and a parents forum.
- Information and tips for young people here and here, ReachOut’s online community and peer support via ReachOut PeerChat.
- Information for schools and educators here and here.
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About us:
ReachOut is the leading online mental health service in Australia supporting young people during tough times.
ReachOut helps young people feel better about today and the future, no matter what challenge they’re facing. They provide a safe place where young people can openly express themselves, explore what’s happening in their lives, connect with people who understand their situation, and find the resources to help them manage their challenges now and in the future.
Anonymous, free and 100% online, ReachOut has been designed specifically for – and with – young people. From one-to-one support from experienced peer workers, to online forums, as well as tips, stories and resources, ReachOut offers a wide range of support options that allow young people to engage in the ways they want to, when they want to, and has been doing so for more than 20 years.
And, ReachOut Parents and ReachOut Schools provide valuable information, resources and advice to help parents, carers and educators to better understand the young people in their lives and to play an active role in their wellbeing.
Safe Reporting
ReachOut encourages safe reporting about mental ill-health and suicide and encourages media to report according to the Mindframe guidelines.
Contact details:
To arrange an interview with Ashley de Silva or to speak with a case study with a lived experience of school refusal, contact: Tessa Anderssen / [email protected] / 0411 708 587