Neurodiversity and complex mental health

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We assess children and youth aged from birth to 25 years who have complex psychiatric and medical presentations.

Clinical service overview

Our multidisciplinary team specialises in conditions that are complex and involve the intersection of psychiatry, neurology, medicine and disability, including:

  • Emotional, social and behavioural difficulties
  • Learning difficulties
  • Complex autism spectrum disorders
  • Co-occurring mental health and intellectual disabilities

The team works to support the families of children and young people and to prevent secondary psychiatric impairment by means of early detection and management of dual disabilities.

How to access this service

All referrals to the Infant, Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service are made using the online referral form, or by calling the Access Team. Referrals can be made by family or friends, as well as healthcare providers or other community services.

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Referral to Infant, Child, Youth Mental Health Wellbeing Service
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Special referral instructions

Referrals typically come from paediatricians, psychologists, GPs, other allied health and schools. Call the intake worker to discuss a potential referral prior to faxing the referral form. This is to ensure that there is not a delay in treatment if the client is not suitable for the service. If the intake worker accepts the verbal referral, complete the ICYAMHWS referral form and fax to the service.

Clinic times

Day Campus Time
Monday Infant, Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service 9.00am - 5.00pm
Tuesday Infant, Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service 9.00am - 5.00pm
Wednesday Infant, Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service 9.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday Infant, Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service 9.00am - 5.00pm
Friday Infant, Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service 9.00am - 5.00pm

Clinic consultants

  • Dr Jennifer Harrison: Psychiatry
  • A/Prof Yitzchak Hollander: Psychiatry

Resources

Children and Parents with Mental Illness
Resources and information to children, parents, family and friends and health professionals on how to respond to the needs of parents with mental illness
headspace
Assisting young people and families to find the right help for problems affecting wellbeing
Beyond Blue
A guide to mental health problems and support available
Mental Health Australia
The peak, national non-government organisation representing and promoting the interests of the Australian mental health sector.
Mental Health First Aid
First aid information and courses teaching simple, practical first aid skills for helping those experiencing mental health problems.
Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia Inc
Information and support about psychosis or other mental illness for yourself or someone you care about
Sane Australia
An organisation helping all Australians affected by mental illness
Tandem
Representing family and friends supporting people living with mental health issues, Tandem provides information, advocacy, research and community awareness about caring for people experiencing mental ill-health.
Young Carers Network
The Young Carers Network (YCN) is a nationally coordinated online resource to raise young carer awareness, provide information, and direct young carers to appropriate pathways for support.
Reach Out
A website for getting young people through tough times
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