Issues related to social media and technology use are cropping up more often in family and relationship counselling sessions, says a Relationships Australia Victoria (RAV) survey.

And although social media is largely seen as a positive development (as indicated by 63 per cent of community survey respondents), it also is causing relationship problems largely around privacy, time demands and communication.

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square – Suicide, Questions, Answers and Resources – is an educational resource for primary health care and community specialists and any individuals working with people who are at risk of suicide. square trainers hold regular free training sessions, find out more

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This month world renowned relationship experts Drs. John and Julie Gottman were in Adelaide presenting their two day workshop 'Bridging the Couples Chasm' Couples Therapy - A Research-Based Approach.

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Semester 1, 2012 Course Brochure. Relationships Australia (SA) is a leading provider of education support and services. Our aim is to provide support to achieve positive and respectful relationships. With over 60 years experience, Relationships Australia (SA) provides education, training, coaching and counselling for individuals, couples, families and communities.

New course dates for personal and community education are now available. Topics include: communication, parenting, relationships and more.

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On January 24, 2012, Relationships Australia (SA) became the 47th organisation to endorse the Charter of Rights for Children and Young People in Care.
CEO Judith Cross signed the certificate with the Guardian - Pam Simmons and accepted the Certificate on behalf of Relationships Australia (SA) staff who provide counselling, support and education through a network of offices and outreach centres across the state.

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The Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Domestic Violence Gateway Service website was launched January 2012.

The website provides a comprehensive list of services and resources for homelessness and DV employees and service providers.

Visit the website today www.cald-dv.org.au

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Wednesday 29 February 2012, Port Lincoln. ‘Talking About Suicide’ is an all day training program for community members to gain the knowledge and skills in order to respond to people at risk of suicide in their community.

The training will include background information on suicide in Australia, exploration of risk factors and warning signals, assessing suicide risk, how to respond to suicide risk and building hope and resilience for the future.

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Drs. John and Julie Gottman presenting Gottman Couples Therapy: Bridging the Couple Chasm.
In this workshop, Drs. John and Julie Gottman provide you with a research-based roadmap and training for helping couples to compassionately manage their conflicts, deepen their friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams.

Total cost for this training is $825 ($750 + GST). Training to be held on 16 and 17 February 2012, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Festival Drive, off King William Road, Adelaide SA 5000. More