Year: 2001 Source: National Rural Health Conference, (6th: 2001: Canberra), p.1-10 SIEC No: 20030198

These proceedings discuss efforts directed towards youth & service providers to increase their awareness about the Reach Out program in Australia. The goal of the program is to promote, via the Internet, positive mental health for young people living in rural & regional Australia. The proceedings discuss the importance of promoting a positive self-image among young people & making them feel part of their community. Coping skills & the benefits of community involvement for youth are also discussed. (4 refs.)