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NOT IF these crucial elements are attended to: 1. PURPOSE The identification of the purpose of the program -see Fig. below. (a) Universal Programs: targeted for the whole population group that has been identified as at risk e.g. childhood measles immunization (b) Populations at Risk. interventions are directed towards individuals or sub-groups of a population known to be at risk of developing problems e.g. literacy programs (c) ‘High Risk’ Individuals. Programs

As a personal observation a few years ago I was on a plane and seated across the aisle from my wife and I was a family with 2 children – the youngest being a toddler. In the course of the 3 hour trip I became aware of the youngest child looking over at me and ‘inviting’ me to engage with her in some way. We then began a short game of ‘peek-a-boo’ which we both enjoyed before I went back to my reading. At the end of the trip as we stood up to take our bags from the over-h

The word system is derived from the Greek sunistánai, meaning ‘to cause to stand together’. Systems thinking emphasizes that the properties of the system are properties of the whole which none of the parts possesses. An important feature of systems theories is their transdisciplinary nature. This is at odds with the tendency towards neatly compartmentalizing the understanding of a phenomenon, and instead proposing the need to embrace complexity. Systems thinking has been inf

Bullying remains a significant challenge in schools across Australia and beyond. Addressing this issue requires effective educational tools that engage students and promote empathy, awareness, and positive behaviour. One such tool is the use of bullying education videos. These videos present realistic scenarios that help students recognise bullying, understand its impact, and learn appropriate responses. In this article, I will explore how these videos contribute to bullying

Shute & Slee (2026) have described in detail systems theory and commented on its application to addressing school bullying. The underpinning assumptions draw on family systems thinking and in particular the authors' clinical experience in working with individuals, couples and families. The approach is adapted to the school setting where the counsellor is generally counselling individuals or perhaps two or three involved students, or working with the family in relation to th

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (2022) reports that 12.1% of children and young people aged 0-24 years (946,300 people) have a disability. In Australia SEND refers to those with special needs and disabilities while in the United Kingdom and Canada SEN refers to those with special education needs and in the United States the term used is disability. Presently, the term ‘disability’ is used in most Western jurisdictions to encompass individuals with intellectual and dev

In the current global context the Social Determinants of Health (SD) model offers powerful insight into the effects of chronic and multiple dis-advantage on families and children. As Shute & Slee (2026) have noted health and well-being are the result of multiple and interwoven determinants ranging from individual factors (biological, genetic, behavioural) to local resources and opportunities for health and well-being, to society-wide factors (environmental, cultural, socio-e

The P.E.A.C.E. Pack anti-bullying wellbeing program <www.caper.com.au>draws upon the ancient Greek word -psuche (ψυχή),- translated (psyche) sometimes referred to as as "soul" or "life," and the concept of the breath of life. The PEACE Pack anti-bullying program (4th edt.) aims to promote student wellbeing and involves developing, student peer relationships, student strength based capacities and positive mindset relating to understanding and regulating behaviour, communic

Millions of children worldwide spend time in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) or Extended Education (EE) services under the supervision and care of educators. Out-of-School Hours Care (OSHC) is the fastest-growing part of the childcare sector in Australia. OSHC services operate before and after school and during school holidays. They provide safe and supportive spaces where children can take part in activities such as art, homework support, play, and social interaction. Howev

Since 2001 the P.E.A.C.E. Pack antibullying wellbeing program has been translated and implemented in Japan Malta, Greece , Italy and Mongolia. Evaluations in schools in these countries show significant reductions in bullying, increases in student coping skills, feelings of safety at school, school belonging and wellbeing of students. In Australia the PEACE Pack is a state and nationally recommended resource by educational and wellbeing websites. Developed collaboratively

Authors: Deb Agnew (Ph.d), Shane Pill (Ph.d), Phillip Slee (Ph.d), Jessica Skuza (Ms) Please visit our website - https://bigtalkslittlepeople.com/ School and community sport settings provide an impor­tant platform to reach and engage young sports people with mental health supports in light of the high participation rate of young people in sport. A range of mental health programs have been developed for implementation in sport settings and research demonstrates their promise

‘Kaukauwa’ Inspired by my time teaching in Fiji, the story ‘Kaukauwa’ follows a young boy named Peter as he discovers the power of confidence. In a primary school classroom filled with children from many cultures- where the Fijian boys were big, bold, and rugby mad - I saw firsthand how encouragement could help children overcome worries, build real confidence, and even stand up to bullies. In this tale, a touch of magic sparks Peter’s courage, but its message is universal: w

Extended Reality Laboratory – Flinders University and video Director: Professor Gretchen Geng Link: https://www.xrplaylab.com The XR Lab at Flinders University, part of the College of Education, Psychology, and Social Work (CEPSW), is dedicated to advancing immersive technologies for education, research, and industry. The XR Lab promotes digital literacy and prepares learners and professionals for a future shaped by all kinds of immersive technologies. The XR Lab prov

Big Talks for Little People: A Pilot Study of a Classroom Based Mental Health Program Phillip Slee | Shane Pill | Deborah Agnew Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia Health Promotion Journal of Australia < https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja .> Correspondence: Phillip Slee ( phillip.slee@flinders.edu.au ) This project was funded by the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation and Little Heroes Foundation. Keywords : anxiety | bullying | emotional expression | mental healt

In our evaluation of our program ‘’Big Talks for Little People: Child Mental Health Module’’ as reported in our published paper (Slee,...

The Big Talks for Little People (BT4LP) Primary School Health and Physical Education Program represents a pioneering initiative aimed at...

As we travel through the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to overlook the silent struggles that many children face when it...

Mental health is a critical aspect of a child's overall well-being that often requires more attention and understanding. As parents,...

In this booklet 8 practical 8 classroom lessons are provided with activities for students aged between 9-14 years of age.

Well-designed sport programs provide the environment for leadership development, personal development, and community development.