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25.01.2022 Having unusual thoughts or behaving out of character? Psychosis is a confusing and often misunderstood illness that can turn a young person's world upside down. To learn more about early psychosis symptoms or to understand what support is available, visit: headspace.org.au/earlypsychosis. #HelpTurnPsychosisAround

24.01.2022 WIN $250! The Western Sydney Rainbow Connection recently launched, providing an opportunity for organisations to get together and collaborate on how to make their services more safe and inclusive for the LGBTQIA+ community. But, they need YOUR help to come up with a logo that will be representative of the work they will be doing in the community. So, when you hear 'Western Sydney Rainbow Connection', what do you see? Follow the instructions outlined in the photo, and any que...stions can be sent to the email enclosed also. Entries are due by November 26. GOOD LUCK!

23.01.2022 All of us play a part in slowing the spread of COVID-19. Your effort matters! Washing your hands, maintaining physical distancing and staying home can make a big difference. The COVID-19 pandemic may have impacted family life and it's a lot to navigate for anyone, but especially parents. With the young person you are supporting try: - Talking about COVID-19 honestly and openly - Keep it positive during the outbreaks ... - Create a flexible but consistent daily routine For more tips visit > bit.ly/2zxZllr. See more

22.01.2022 PSA: Happy Holidays from headspace! It's been a tough year all round for our community, but we want to take this time to applaud all of you for coming together in overcoming every obstacle that has been thrown your way. Here's to hoping that 2021 is a positive year for all. Over the holiday period, we will be CLOSED on the following dates:... December 25th 2020 December 28th 2020 January 1st 2021 Otherwise, headspace is OPEN Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. You can speak to a member of our team either via telehealth, or by coming into the centre. We recommend giving us a call first :) If you are in an emergency situation or need immediate assistance: Call emergency services on 000 If you need to speak to someone urgently: Lifeline 13 11 14 Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467

21.01.2022 Albert Namatjira (born Elea Namatjira; 28 July 1902 8 August 1959) was the first Indigenous person to be granted Australian citizenship in 1957, giving him the right to vote, have limited land rights and buy alcohol. A celebrated watercolour artist, he dedicated much of his life to raising awareness of the social injustices imposed on Indigenous communities. He became a household name in Australia and reproductions of his works hung in many homes throughout the nation. In 1...956 his portrait (featured in this post), by William Dargie, became the first of an Aboriginal person to win the Archibald Prize. Namatjira was also awarded the Queen's Coronation Medal in 1953, and was honoured with an Australian postage stamp in 1968. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Namatjira https://theculturetrip.com//the-10-most-influential-indig/ #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOCweek2020 #headspace #youthmentalhealthsupport

21.01.2022 At headspace, we support young people experiencing psychosis. Young people work with specialist case managers who develop individual treatment plans and provide guidance. To learn how to recognise early psychosis signs and symptoms or refer a young person for support, visit: headspace.org.au/earlypsychosis #HelpTurnPsychosisAround

21.01.2022 Sometimes we can have doubts about whether we're up to the task. Remember: give yourself some love, you're doing great! Self compassion is allowed, and it's not selfish.

20.01.2022 Lionel Edmund Rose MBE (21 June 1948 8 May 2011) was the first Indigenous Australian to be named Australian of the Year. He was an Australian bantamweight boxer, the first Indigenous Australian to win a world title. Rose was the 2003 inductee for the Australian National Boxing Hall of Fame "moderns" category and was the second person to be elevated to "legend" status in 2010. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lionel_Rose #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOCweek2020 #headspace #youthmentalhealthsupport

20.01.2022 WEAR IT PURPLE DAY IS TODAY! Wear it Purple Day is about showing LGBTQIA+ young people that they have the right to be proud of who they are. It is about creating safe spaces in schools, universities, workplaces and public spaces to show LGBTQIA+ young people that they are seen and supported.... Unfortunately our team couldn't meet face to face, so we hosted a virtual catch up to show out support for the LGBTQIA+ community!

19.01.2022 All of us play a part in slowing the spread of COVID-19. Your effort matters! Here's how you can make a difference. Visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19 for more info.

19.01.2022 Understanding our emotions is an important part of mental health. Before we can understand our emotions, a good place to start is to observe our emotions and what it is we are actually feeling. By getting better at understanding our emotions, we can get better at choosing how to respond to them. If you need help understanding your emotions a little better, get in touch with us, or visit, headspace.org.au for some more great tips!

18.01.2022 Are you ready to #PushForBetter mental health this June!? Join The Push-Up Challenge: 1st to 25th June 2021. 3,318 push-ups over 25 days. Get fit, have fun, learn about mental health. To get involved and support headspace Penrith along the way - sign up here https://bit.ly/3tVCd6z - or via our bio.

18.01.2022 Unfortunately bullying is common. If you’re having problems with bullying, it’s important to build your supports and know you’re not alone. Building a support network of family, friends, elders, staff from school or work and / or mental health professionals is important to get support and put a stop to bullying as quickly as possible. #headspace #bullying #bully #support #mentalhealth #mental #health #school

17.01.2022 https://www.instagram.com/tv/CFtDXUVDb_Z/ Thai Chilli Chicken 500g Chicken tenderloins... 2 tablespoon oil 1 medium brown onion 2 tablespoon finely chopped small fresh red chillies 1 cup fresh basil shredded 2 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander root 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 cup of coconut cream 1 cup white rice, boiled, to serve Method: Remove fat from chicken, cut into 1 cm strips. Heat oil in a wok, or frying pan; add onion and chillies; stir-fry until onion is soft. Add chicken; stir-fry until chicken is tender. Add basil, fish sauce, chopped coriander and sugar, stir-fry for 1 minute. Add coconut cream; stir mixture until heated through. Serve hot immediately with rice.

17.01.2022 Psychosis is an experience where a person has problems interpreting the world around them. They might see or hear things that other people can’t, or have unusual ideas or beliefs. It can be frightening but it can be treated. The earlier psychosis is diagnosed, and a young person receives support, the sooner they can get back to leading the life they choose. You can support a young person who may be experiencing psychotic symptoms by recommending they seek help from their GP ...or contacting us at headspace. To learn how to recognise early psychosis symptoms visit: headspace.org.au/earlypsychosis or get in touch with us. #HelpTurnPsychosisAround

16.01.2022 Wear it Purple Day is an annual LGBTIQA+ awareness day especially for young people. Supporters wear purple to celebrate diversity and young people from the LGBTIQA+ community.

15.01.2022 Developing your own positive ways to handle tough times can make you more resilient, develop your self-awareness and build your confidence. All these things help to keep your headspace healthy. So what can you do? Here's just a few of our tips pictured above. What do you find works for you?

13.01.2022 Explore your connections to place and community, and turn these stories into wearable pieces with artists Justine and Leila. These free workshops are aimed at young people (aged 12-25) living in the Blacktown area or broader western Sydney. Mondays 28 September and 5 October... Thursdays 1 October and 8 October 1 4 pm Online and in person options available: For some more information, and registration please click: https://bit.ly/35KC1yf headspace supports Blacktown Arts commitment ensuring this program is as safe and accessible as possible. Please get in touch to discuss any safety concerns or access needs.

12.01.2022 Did you know that 85% of young people experiencing psychosis for the first time can make a good recovery if treated early? Identifying the signs is key and the earlier a person is diagnosed and provided with the right support, the sooner they can manage their illness and start living the life they choose. Its hard at the moment to know what do, a first step can be to learn more about how to recognise early psychosis signs and symptoms. Visit: headspace.org.au/earlypsychosis. #HelpTurnPsychosisAround

10.01.2022 Marion Leane Smith (18911957) is the only Aboriginal Australian woman known to have served in the First World War. Smith served with the No. 41 Ambulance Train in France. The ambulance trains were designated to transport injured soldiers from the front lines to military hospitals and were known to be difficult environments in which to work. Smith distinguished herself; her supervisor noted that "Her work is both quickly and efficiently done. She is most capable in every way". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marion_Leane_Smith #NAIDOCweek2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #headspace #Parramattamission

09.01.2022 Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problem experienced by young Australians. Early detection and treatment of anxiety disorders can reduce their adverse effects. Managing anxiety starts with good self-care. Try to eat well, get enough sleep and stay active to help your overall mental health and wellbeing. For more information, go to the following link: https://headspace.org.au//what-is-anxiety-and-the-effect/

07.01.2022 Neville Thomas Bonner AO (28 March 1922 5 February 1999) was an Australian politician, and the first Aboriginal Australian to become a member of the Parliament of Australia. In 1979 Bonner was jointly named Australian of the Year. The Neville Bonner Memorial Scholarship was established by the federal government in 2000 and is now considered Australia's most prestigious scholarship for Indigenous Australians to study Honours in Political Science or related subjects at any recognised Australian university. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neville_Bonner #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOCweek2020 #headspace #youthmentalhealthsupport

07.01.2022 Set a regular bedtime. Your body craves consistency, plus you're more likely to get enough sleep if you schedule rest like your other important tasks. Poor sleep has been linked to greater risk of depression and anxiety. https://www.mindaustralia.org.au/resources/recovery/sleep

06.01.2022 National NAIDOC Week 2020 celebrations will be held from the 8-15 November. The November dates follow the decision by the National NAIDOC Committee (NNC) to postpone NAIDOC Week from the original July dates due to the impacts and uncertainty from the escalating Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic across our communities and cities. NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life. The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. For more information go to www.naidoc.org.au #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOCWeek2020 #headspace

06.01.2022 New day, fresh headspace. Let's make the most of every day. What self-care task will you tick off today?

06.01.2022 Join us on TikTok and have some fun, cooking and sharing recipes. To participate, upload a video of you preparing a dish #headspacecooking It could be your favourite family recipe, cuisine from your cultural heritage or your own creation.

05.01.2022 Without routine we can be left feeling bored, unsupported, upset and sometimes anxious. Look after yourself these holidays with the right foods, sleep routine and time with loved ones. Discover tips for a happy headspace on our website!

04.01.2022 Youth Week is almost here! Don’t miss your chance to get involved in the online activities, opportunities and events available during #NSWYouthWeek 16 -24 April. Learn more about what's on at www.youthweek.nsw.gov.au. Keep an eye out on our stories for events happening in your area!

02.01.2022 October marks the start of Mental Health Month in NSW. A chance for all of us to think about our mental health and wellbeing. It also gives us the opportunity to understand the importance of good mental health in our everyday lives and encourages help seeking behaviours when needed. This month's theme is 'Tune In'. Tuning In means being present, being aware of what’s happening within you, and in the world around you. ... Tune In to your senses what can you sense right now? What can you feel? Tune In to your communities what’s happening that you can be part of, or that you can help others be part of? Tune In to stigma how do attitudes and understandings of mental health and wellbeing impact people’s ability to live the lives they want? Keep an eye out on our spocial media pages this month, we have a bunch of exciting content that you'll be able to 'Tune 'In on

02.01.2022 The Youth Futures Summit is a week-long virtual event that will bring together thousands of diverse people across multiple sectors and communities to re-imagine education, training and employment systems for young people, and the rest of Australia. https://youthfuturessummit.org.au/about/

01.01.2022 headspace in Mardi Gras Parade - 2021

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