You know the phrase ‘standing on the shoulders of giants’?
Well, we can relate, because every part of ReachOut.com is based on the latest evidence and best practice. We collaborate with leading academic experts and specialist service providers to make sure ReachOut.com is as effective as possible. We think ReachOut.com is excellent, but that’s really because it’s underpinned by the knowledge of researchers, experts and young people, as well as by our team’s hard work.
And we’re constantly trying new things. This means we’ve got a lot in development, including testing new e-mental health interventions such as apps and games.
ReachOut NextStep
ReachOut NextStep makes it easier for young people to navigate the range of available mental health services by recommending customised support options – online and offline – based on a person’s symptoms and how significantly those symptoms are affecting them.
Recommendations range from immediate access to information and tools for self-care such as factsheets, apps and personal stories, to links to online chat or peer-to-peer forums, or referrals to face-to-face and telephone support services. The tool can be accessed for free from any desktop, tablet or mobile device via ReachOut.com.
Partners: NextStep was developed in partnership with the University of Melbourne and the Young and Well Cooperative Research Centre.
Tools and Apps
Tools and Apps assists young people to find professionally reviewed mobile apps and tools that support them to look after their health and wellbeing.
Partners: Thanks to the Young and Well Cooperative Research Centre, Queensland Institute of Technology and Flinders University.
