While there is a myth that suicide increases over holiday periods such as Christmas, it is simply not true. Historically, suicide rates are usually at their lowest in December. What is however a possible risk over the holidays is depression.
Historically, police and emergency services will tell you that they always expect a peak in reports of domestic violence incidents over the Christmas period. What causes these spikes in incidents?
Article by ABC NEWS: We're in the group therapy room in an unremarkable building among the business parks of Sydney's outer suburbs. Bob is here to take part in a men's behaviour change program that addresses domestic violence.
Heavy M.E.T.A.L Group was recently featured in a write up with the courier mail - Rising levels of domestic violence has experts seeking solutions
Article posted from ABC NEWS: Shifting the culture that fuels domestic violence will take generations, experts say. Until then, one strategy for stamping it out is men's behaviour change programs. But do they work? ABC News was allowed inside one to find out.
According to White Ribbon, in 2017 there was an average of one woman killed every week as a direct result of domestic violence. This year, that number has grown.
White Ribbon Day is Friday, 23 November. This year's theme is "Together, we can end men's violence against women in our community." Here is how you can get involved.
If you missed the Q & A at our recent screening of Call Me Dad, check out the video!
The Dandenong Star Journal recently printed an article highlighting the recent 24 Hour Marathon held at Hallam Senior College
Listen to the Podcast from David's interview with ABC Gippsland promoting the screening of Call Me Dad
On Tuesday October 23rd, David appeared on The imaginary friends show on 3mdr radio to talk about Call Me Dad. Check out the podcast.
The Star Journal has published an article talking about the achievements of the students from Hallam Senior College in raising funds from the 24 Hour Marathon and to promote the upcoming Call Me Dad screening.