Information for Professionals
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Given the established link between adoption and mental health difficulties, it is highly likely that mental health professionals will be working with people affected by adoption. Research has also shown that many mental health professionals require more training to work with this client group, which is why the Australian Government has funded training developed by the Australian Psychological Society. To access this training go to: https://psychology.org.au/Event/16082
An information sheet for professionals is attached. We also recommend that you look at the links below
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Information sheets on the Jigsaw website which can also be useful to you and and your clients.
To discuss any specific client issues or recommended reading you can contact Jigsaw Qld on 1800 21 03 12 (from Qld) or 07 3358 6666 or email support@jigsawqld.org.au
New online training for workers who support people impacted by forced adoption.
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The Australian Government has launched new online training to help workers who support people impacted by forced adoption. Forced Adoption: Practical Skills and Awareness is an introductory, non-accredited online training course that aims to help workers in the aged care workforce and community service sector to mitigate the risks of triggering people with past trauma.
For more information and to register for this training click here.
