Unpacking the Crisis in Youth Mental Health
18—19 April, 2024
LIVE sessions | 60 Minutes each | LIVE Q&A in every session | Recording Included
"What's Going on with our Kids?"
Anne Hollonds
NATIONAL CHILDREN’S COMMISSIONER
Girls & Mental Health
Dr Jodie Lowinger
THE ANXIETY CLINICBoys & Mental Heath
Drew Hanger & Matt Tyler
THE MAN BOX
Exclusive Q&A
Dr Justin Coulson
HAPPY FAMILIESOur children are at breaking point
With the latest national statistics revealing concerning rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues among Australian youth, our children and families are facing unprecedented challenges. Suicide and self-harm rates are on the rise, and accessing adequate support has become increasingly difficult.
Despite these significant obstacles, as a parent or carer, there are proactive steps you can take right now to support and enhance your child’s mental well-being.
Join us for this groundbreaking Digital Conference. Together, we will be tackling some BIG mental health issues, igniting important conversations about our young people and their wellbeing.
This event will equip you with practical tools and strategies to support your children’s mental health, cultivate hope and resilience, leaving them in no doubt that they are ‘enough’, and that everything will be ok!
Access Expert Insights
Lean on the expertise of our nationally leading experts in children's mental health and relationships.
Advice You Can Trust
Science-backed guidance on building resilience, fostering hope, and navigating tough situations effectively.
Practical Tools & Strategies
Practical approaches to help your child cope with depression and anxiety, and regain hope for the future.
Conference Schedule
Thursday 18—19 April, 2024
LIVE sessions | 60 Minutes each | LIVE Q&A in every session | Recording Included
Session 1: 9:00am—10:00am AEST Thursday 18 April *note the date change for this session only*
check my timezone | Recording access included
"What's Going on with our Kids?"
Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner
In this conversation with Commissioner Hollonds, we’ll discuss:
- Future trends and statistics on mental health issues among Australian youth
- The impact of social media, peer pressure, and academic stress on youth mental well-being
- How to identify signs of mental health concerns in children
- Barriers to accessing mental health support for young people
- How to differentiate between typical teenage behaviour, and serious mental health issues
- Creating a supportive home environment for promoting positive mental health
- Effective strategies for helping young people cope with stress, anxiety, and depression
About Commissioner Anne Hollonds
Anne Hollonds is Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner. Formerly Director of the Australian Institute of Family Studies, for 23 years Anne was Chief Executive of government and non-government organisations focussed on research, policy, and practice in child and family wellbeing.
As a psychologist, Anne has worked extensively in frontline practice, including child protection, domestic and family violence, mental health, child and family counselling, parenting education, family law counselling, and community development.
Anne currently contributes to several advisory groups, including the Australian Child Maltreatment Study, NSW Domestic and Family Violence and Sexual Assault Council, and the National Plan Advisory Group (NPAG).
Session 2: 11:30am—12:30pm AEST | check my timezone | Recording access included
Girls & Mental Health
DR JODIE LOWINGER
The Anxiety Clinic
Join us for this session with Dr Jodie where we’ll cover:
- How gender influences the experience of anxiety and other mental health issues in girls
- Recognising differences in girls’ mental health needs across different age groups or developmental stages
- Understanding the impact of technology and social media on girls’ mental well-being and promoting healthy usage
- Effective strategies to help girls manage stress, anxiety, and self-esteem issues
- Supporting girls in developing resilience and a positive mindset
- Navigating peer relationships and social dynamics to support girls’ mental health
- Creating a supportive environment for girls’ mental health in schools and communities
About Dr Jodie Lowinger
Dr Jodie Lowinger, DClin Psych MSc (USyd) BSc Psych Hons 1 University Medal (UNSW), is a clinical psychologist and executive performance coach who is recognised as one of the world’s leading anxiety, mindset, and resilience experts. She is an in-demand keynote speaker and best-selling author of The Mind Strength Method.
Dr Jodie makes the neuroscience of anxiety and mindset accessible as CEO and founder of and the creator of The Mind Strength Method, which was recently named one of the 50 Australian Inventions Changing the World. She is regularly invited to coach and speak with brands such as Google, Amazon, Allianz, BCG, and many more, and is called on as a thought leader and expert for media interviews, including appearances on Today Show, Sunrise, Vogue Magazine, Women’s Health, and many top-rating podcasts.
Dr Jodie believes no one should suffer in silence when the right scientifically supported strategies and treatments can turn lives around.
Session 3: 1:30pm—2:30pm AEST | check my timezone | Recording access included
Boys & Mental Health
DREW HANGER & MATT TYLER
The Man Box
In our conversation Matt Tyler on Boys & Mental health, he will help us:
- Understand common mental health challenges boys face and how they differ from girls
- Recognise the impact of societal factors on boys’ mental health
- Learn strategies to address stereotypes and expectations related to masculinity
- Discover practical things we can do to promote a healthier view of manhood
- Gain insights into the importance of early intervention for boys’ mental well-being
- Find practical strategies for parents and educators to promote emotional intelligence and resilience in boys
- Discover ways to encourage open communication about mental health among boys
About Ben Hanger
Drew’s current role at the Men’s Project is as Prevention Coordinator: Education sees him working with a range of schools to deliver teacher training, student, and parent workshops on healthy masculinities.
Drew’s background is in education as secondary school teacher with almost 10 years of experience working with young people. Drew has spent time working as Student Wellbeing Coordinator: Year 9 and 10 and has a passion for adolescent development and wellbeing.
About Matt Tyler
Matt Tyler is the executive director of The Men’s Project at Jesuit Social Services working with a team committed to providing leadership on the reduction of violence and other harmful behaviours prevalent among boys and men. A particularly important part of this work is broadening the definition of what it means to be a man by translating findings from The Men’s Project’s Man Box research into practice.
Matt brings to his role over 10 years of experience across the private, public, academic and community sectors. Prior to joining Jesuit Social Services he worked as a fellow for Harvard’s Government Performance Lab, focused on child protection, and he has also worked on projects related to family violence and mental health. He is trained as an economist with a particular focus on statistics, holding a Master of Public Policy from Harvard’s Kennedy School and Honours in Economics from Monash University.
Exclusive Q&A: 7:00—8:00pm AEST | check my timezone | Recording access included
Question & Answer
DR JUSTIN COULSON
Happy Families
Each of our sessions will include time for Q&A with our expert speaker, but we’re adding a BONUS “Ask Me Anything” session with Dr Justin. So, if you have a burning question that wasn’t covered in the day’s sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to make sure you get the help you need.
About Dr Justin Coulson
Dr Justin Coulson is the co-host and parenting expert on Channel 9’s Parental Guidance, the founder of happyfamilies.com.au, and one of Australia’s most trusted parenting experts. Over the past decade, he has helped innumerable families with his 9 books about raising children, his hundreds of media appearances (including all of Australia’s major news outlets and even the Washington Post and the New York Times), and two viral videos that have been viewed a combined 80 million times! Justin and his wife, Kylie, have been married since the late 1990s and are the parents of six daughters, and recently became grandparents to a granddaughter.
Single Session
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One Single Conference Session
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12 months recording access
Full Digital Conference
EARLY BIRD ON SALE NOW-
Session #1 with Commissioner Hollonds
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Session #2 with Dr Jodie Lowinger
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Session #3 with Drew Hanger & Matt Tyler
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PLUS
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Podcast Access
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Exclusive Q&A with Dr Justin Coulson
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BONUS Breaking Point Video Guide
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12 months recording access
VIP Access
LIMITED TO 50 PLACES-
Full Digital Conference
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PLUS
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Breaking Point Workshop
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Riding the Waves (Course for Kids)
VIP Access
$820 value for just $299
*Only 50 VIP PASSES AVAILABLE*
Breaking Point
Digital Conference
VALUE $320
All 3 Sessions of the Breaking Point Digital Conference
Exclusive Q&A with Dr Justin
Breaking Point
The Workshop
VALUE $249
2 Hour, Face-to-Face,
Online Session
Workshop Places
Capped at 50 Seats
Breaking Point
Video Guide
VALUE $35
60 Minute Video Guide
Lifetime Access
Riding the Waves
Course for Kids
VALUE $199
Online Course for Kids & Teens aged 8–18
6 Self-paced Units
Digital Workbook Included
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the conference be held LIVE?
Yes! The entire Digital Conference is a LIVE, online event. Note that VIP tickets will also receive pre-recorded access to Breaking Point the Video Guide with Dr Justin Coulson.
Who is this Digital Conference targeted towards?
This event is for all parents and carers, regardless of their age, or the age of their children.
Will this be suitable for parents to watch with their children?
This course is designed for parents. The content will be relatively safe for children, but is not intended for them.
I'm a Happy Families Member. Do I get a discount?
Yes, Happy Families members get 20% off the total price. Check the offers section in The Quest to find out how to access your discount.
What is the cost?
Single session tickets are $67.
Full Digital Conference Access is $99, until 12/04/24. Regular price is $149.
VIP tickets are $399.
See the pricing section for more details on what is included in each ticket.
I'm not available on that day. Can I still access the conference?
Yes! All three sessions, plus the Q&A, will be LIVE events. But each session will be recorded so that you can catch up when it suits you. All tickets include 12 months guaranteed recording access. That means that you will definitely have access for at least a year, but your access may not necessarily be revoked after that 12–month period.
How will the Conference run?
The Breaking Point Digital Conference is scheduled to start at 9:00am AEST on Thursday 18th April, 2024. The remaining sessions will be held on Friday 19th April. It is a live, online event, so you can join wherever you have internet access. Each session goes for 60-minutes. The final Q&A with Dr Coulson will be from 7–8pm AEST.
You can access the sessions by purchasing a ticket and logging into your Happy Families account on the day.
You will be able to find your Breaking Point Digital Conference resource in the “Purchased Resources” section, under “Summits”, or under “Videos” if you have purchased a single session.
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