This report was published by the Young and Resilient Research Centre at Western Sydney University, batyr, and Erin Dolan and Associates.

HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT:

Young people’s lives are characterised by uncertainty and inequalities. In these contexts they experience tough times, which includes mental ill-health. Research shows us that young people often go to their friends when struggling or going through tough times.

There is emerging research examining informal support amongst friends, however, more needs to be done to understand the experiences of young people undertaking this support role. This is the focus of this report.