According to the national initiative COPMI, over one million children in Australia have at least one parent with a mental illness. These children may face many challenges. A range of factors associated with families where a parent experiences mental illness can impact a child’s development and wellbeing.
Mental illness affects everyone in the family. This is an important conversation to have.
The COPMI (Children of Parents with a Mental Illness) national initiative develops information for parents, their family and friends in support of these kids and young people. This information complements online resources developed by COPMI for professionals to support families either individually or through community services and programs..
COPMI’s information is designed to foster better mental health outcomes for children of parents with a mental illness, reduce stigma associated with parental mental illness and help friends, family and workers in a range of settings identify and respond to the needs of the children and their families where parental mental illness exists.
COPMI resources are developed under the guidance of people who share the experience of living in families where parental mental illness is a part of family life, and of leading researchers and service providers in the mental health field.
Read more about COPMI
The Wilted Rose
The Wilted Rose is the story of one Australian family’s struggle with mental illness during the 1960s and 70s. After Sarah’s mental health deteriorates, her husband Jack adopts the role of her carer, and their daughter Grace must navigate her childhood through great adversity, before their family finally receive a definitive diagnosis for Sarah’s condition. The Wilted Rose is a moving story of passion, heartache, and unbreakable family bonds.
Paperback copies available from Amazon, Booktopia, and other online retailers. Ebook also available, check your preferred online store.
Mental health support is so very important not only for sufferers but for their families as well. I am so proud that I can use my book to draw much needed attention to this worthy cause.
Discover more from Kate Kelsen
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
