Positive Choices
@positivechoices.bsky.social
Positive Choices is an online portal to help Australian schools and communities access trusted, evidence-based alcohol and other drug education resources.
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This Sunday is #InternationalDayForTolerance! A day dedicated to defending and promoting cultural and linguistic diversity, as well as diversity of knowledge.
November 13, 2025 at 11:00 PM
This Sunday is #InternationalDayForTolerance! A day dedicated to defending and promoting cultural and linguistic diversity, as well as diversity of knowledge.
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Current prevention methods not meeting the needs for adolescents in regional areas, says new research from Dr @lyraegan.bsky.social. Presented at #APSAD25
November 12, 2025 at 3:45 AM
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?
November 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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....
Register for our free webinar presented by @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Dr Lauren Gardner & Natalie Gorgioski on Wednesday 26th Nov!
positivechoices.org....
November 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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....
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....
November 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
#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....
October 31, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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....
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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!
October 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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....
October 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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....
October 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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....
October 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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
Visit wellmob.org.au
October 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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
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....
October 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
#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/...
October 10, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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....
October 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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....
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....
October 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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....
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?
Did you know that you can download one of Mental Health Australia's 3x calendars providing daily tips during October for good #mentalhealth?
September 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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?
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....
September 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM
#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....
September 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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....
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....
September 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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....
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....
September 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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....
September 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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....
For useful tips, visit our factsheet: positivechoices.org....
September 12, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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....
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....
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....
September 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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....
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....
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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...
September 9, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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....
September 3, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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....