Mindframe supports safe media reporting, portrayal and communication about suicide, mental health concerns, alcohol and other drugs. Managed by @EverymindAU

Australia
Joined December 2012
#MentalHealthMonth is a good opportunity to pause and consider the language we use when communicating publicly about mental health and wellbeing, and mental health concerns. Learn more about how you can help reduce mental health-related stigma: bit.ly/4dkGk48
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Everymind has issued advice for #Ausmedia covering the alleged perpetrator of the attack on MP #HelenHaines including avoiding speculation about the suspect's mental health and AOD history, and relying on authoritative sources. Read the full guidance here: bit.ly/4zKnHR1
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(1/2) #Ausmedia covering the alleged attack on #HelenHaines are reminded to apply Mindframe guidelines for safe/responsible reporting of complex mental health in the context of violent crime. Read more: bit.ly/4dTTQ0w
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(2/2) This includes not speculating on the mental health history of the alleged suspect and avoiding the use of stigmatising language around mental health concerns and AOD use. Read more: bit.ly/4dTTQ0w
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#Ausmedia covering complex mental illness in the context of violence & crime are urged to avoid using/repeating quotes containing stigmatising language & terms. Access free tips, along with free guidelines and resources: bit.ly/42eO3K4 #MentalHealthMonth
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Calling all Global Mental Health Summit delegates: Catch Everymind's Helen Le Gresley in the Riverview 2 room at 11:15am today discussing guidance for culturally and linguistically diverse community broadcasters communicating about suicide and mental health concerns 🗓️ bit.ly/MindframeForCaldBroad…
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The images used when reporting on suicide, mental health concerns, disordered eating, and the use of alcohol & other drugs can frame public attitudes and reduce stigma. Access free guidelines for image use & a royalty-free image database: bit.ly/3BT8BgR
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Good morning to all at the Global Mental Health Summit starting in Perth today, and a reminder to take care with the language you choose when communicating publicly about mental health concerns in session presentations and discussions. Free resources: bit.ly/4dkGk48 @WFMH_Official
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#Ausmedia covering complex mental illness in the context of violence & crime are urged to avoid using/repeating quotes containing stigmatising language & terms. Access free tips, along with free guidelines and resources: bit.ly/42eO3K4 #MentalHealthMonth
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The images used when reporting on suicide, mental health concerns, disordered eating, & the use of alcohol & other drugs can frame public attitudes and reduce stigma. Access free guidelines for image use & our royalty-free image database: bit.ly/3BT8BgR
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🔗Mindframe resources and training opportunities during #MentalHealthMonth - Self-guided training: bit.ly/4zgY3n0 - Facilitated training: bit.ly/3VnSvZ5 (1pm tomorrow! Places still available) - Guidelines: bit.ly/4dTTQ0w - Real time support: bit.ly/4jMg7k6
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Media and others communicating publicly about suicide now have access to a free new Mindframe quick reference guide on the inclusion of content advice and warnings when reporting on or portraying issues related to suicide. Read more and download this new resource: bit.ly/4xXW0D4
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Our next free online Mindframe training session is just one week away. The words & images we use when communicating publicly about suicide & mental health concerns can make a positive difference in reducing stigma. Register now and secure your place: bit.ly/3VnSvZ5
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The way #journalists & #media communicate about child and youth #suicide can have a profound impact on young people and the wider community. Access a free guide designed to support safe, respectful communication including more tips like the one below: bit.ly/4lg4SxQ
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#Ausmedia reporting on the death of #PresleyGerber and/or the coronial investigation into the death of #HaydenPanettiere are reminded to include contact details for services such as the National Alcohol and Other Drugs Hotline. Read more: bit.ly/3VbCwgE
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#Ausmedia reporting on the death of #PresleyGerber are reminded to refer to Mindframe guidelines and to include contact details for services such as the National Alcohol and Other Drugs Hotline. Read more: bit.ly/4ggRcSG (1/3)
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Anyone communicating publicly about #PresleyGerber, including those on social media, are urged to remain mindful that inaccurate or alarmist media portrayals of AOD can lead to stigmatisation, and reduce help-seeking behaviours by people who may benefit from support. (2/3)
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Local outlets should also use caution when reporting based on international media sources containing unverified or unofficially confirmed elements of stories such as cause of death. Media should also refrain from speculating about Gerber’s mental health prior to his death. (3/3)
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