New research released on Wednesday, March 22, from headspace’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation has shown only one in two young people feel confident when it comes to succeeding in their current or future career aspirations.
The headspace National Youth Mental Health Survey, which surveyed 3107 young people, found 54 per cent of young people felt fairly or very confident in applying for a job.
The same survey found 52 per cent of young people felt they have the necessary skills to succeed in their current or future career.
Headspace is raising awareness of the link between careers, learning and mental health as part of Work and Study Month running throughout March, particularly for young people pursuing the next chapter of their working life.
Headspace vocational programs head Carolyn Watts said the routine which working and studying provided young people were important factors for their mental health.
“On the flip side, the choices and pressures that come with pursuing work and study goals can feel overwhelming, especially given the rapidly changing employment landscape,” she said.
“That’s why headspace integrates Work and Study supports with our approach to mental health care.
“Sessions are tailored for individuals, private and confidential, and there’s absolutely no cost.”
To coincide with the Work and Study Month, headspace also launched a video series featuring young people who have reached out for career mentoring and support, and the staff supporting them.
Details: headspace.org.au/services/work-and-study-support or 1800 650 890
