Negative Thinking | Engage Aotearoa

Interview with Director of Psychological Services at the Black Dog Institute

Biting back at negative thinking – Interview with BITE BACK

How does a website help young people to change their thought patterns, and find positive ways of thinking about life’s challenges? ReachOut Pro interviewed Professor Vijaya Manicavasagar, Director of Psychological Services at the Black Dog Institute, about their positive psychology website “BITE BACK”, and how it can be used as a supplement to work with young people.

Learn more: http://www.reachoutpro.com.au/using-technology/interviews-with-professionals/biteback—positive-psychology-for-young-people.aspx

About ReachOut Pro: ReachOut Pro provides information about mental health, as well as access and advice for health professionals and youth support workers on a range of online interventions, tools and resources that can be used to enhance the effectiveness of psychosocial support and mental health care provided to young people.
Website: http://www.reachoutpro.com.au/

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Interview with Director of Psychological Services at the Black Dog Institute

A Note to Visitors