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These websites have extra information for children and young people in families where a parent has a mental illness...

itsALLright.org - We know that having a mental illness or having a family member or friend with mental illness isn't easy. That's why we hope that the itsallright website provides you with information that will help and support you. http://www.itsallright.org/

Headroom - Site for young people 12-18 years, 6-12 years, parents and professionals regarding child and adolescent mental health. http://www.headroom.net.au/

 

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Young Carers website - Young carers, welcome to your website. Here you will find important information and contacts, along with opportunities to express your opinions and provide feedback. http://www.youngcarers.net.au/

Youngminds (UK) - Includes downloadable information for young people entitled Mental Illness In Your Family. http://www.youngminds.org.uk/publications/all-publications/publications-by-audience-1/young-people

Camp Kookaburra

Camp Kookaburra offers fun programs to kids living with families affected by mental illness. We believe that all children need a place where they can just be kids while receiving the support they need. The campsites are based in New South Wales. http://www.campkookaburra.org.au/