Cultural Advice
Aboriginal Peoples are advised the Library Collection contains images, voices and names of deceased people in physical and online resources.
The Library recognises the significance of the traditional cultural knowledges contained within its Collection. The Library acknowledge some materials contain language that may not reflect current attitudes, was published without consent or recognition, or, is offensive. These materials reflect the views of the authors and/or the period in which they were produced and do not represent the views of the Library.
R U OK? Day - Thursday 12 Sept 2024
R U OK? Day is the National Day of Action to remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation whenever you spot signs someone you care about might be struggling with life.
To support this day activities will be held throughout the week at UniSA Campuses. No registration is required, just show up with an open mind and ready to start a conversation. Dates and times can be found here.
A Conversation Could Change a Life
Not sure how to ask Are You OK? By starting a conversation and commenting on the changes you’ve noticed, you could help that family member, friend or workmate open up. Trust your gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when it's time to ask R U OK? here.
Still not sure how to Ask? Have a look at these handy resources.
Look Out for Your Mates
Got a friend at university who might be struggling? Have a look at these tips to help you check in with them. To join the conversation, see the:
- Chit chat channel – includes real life stories and advice.
Or, if you feel like you need to talk to somebody take a look at the Counselling service for UniSA students only
Need Someone to talk to?
If you need professional support, or you are a family member or friend of someone that needs support, please contact your doctor, local health centre or one of the services listed here.
UniSA support and services for staff can be found here:
- Employee Assistance Program for UniSA staff and their families
- Wellbeing @ UniSA hub - self help resources for UniSA staff
Library Resources
The library contains many useful resources to help you learn about Mental Health, start with these
- OMG, R U OK? - Therapeutic Relationships between Caregivers and Youth at Risk on Social Media
- Today's Youth and Mental Health: Hope, Power, and Resilience
- Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace
- A national-level examination of First Nations peoples' mental health data: Predicting mental well-being from social determinants of health using the 2017 Aboriginal Peoples Survey
- LGBTQ mental health : international perspectives and experiences
- Mental health and well-being within rural communities: The Australian Rural Mental Health Study
