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Introduction
This website provides information and resources for educators, as well as some help and resources for educators and families.
This is a 'big problem' !
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Mental health issues are increasingly common in contemporary society.
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Growing social, economic, and role-related pressures place adults at higher psychological risk.
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Parents experience unique stress due to combined work, caregiving, and family responsibilities.
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Parental mental illness affects families across social, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
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Parental mental health is no longer a private issue, but a widespread social concern.
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The mental wellbeing of parents can shape family functioning and children’s development.
Trends in the incidence of mental health issues in Australia over time
Between 2014-15 and 2022, the prevalence of mental disorders among Australians showed an upward trend. In 2014-15, around 18 to 20% of adults reported having had a psychological or behavioral problem, increasing to about 21.5% over a 12-month period between 2020 and 2022, and up to 42.9% of people having experienced a mental disorder at some point in their life.
These data indicate that psychological distress and mental illnesses are not only common, but also increasing, highlighting that public health challenges are intensifying over time.
Proportion of Mental Health Issues Across Different Age Groups
Young Australians people who aged from 16 to 24 have the highest prevalence of mental disorders over a 12-month period (38.8%), and then is the adults aged 25 to 34.
This age distribution explains it is necessary to provide some health support and prevention strategies to support the teenagers and young adults.
In Australia, Parental mental health issues are a serious problem which affecting many families. When parents have some mental health problems, children are often greatly influenced which can impact the children’s development, physical and mental well-being, even their academic performance.
Parental mental health issues are a serious problem in Australia, affecting many families. When parents experience mental health problems, children often face indirect effects, which can impact their development, physical and mental well-being, as well as their academic performance.