Search Results for "disaster"
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A general practitioner’s guide to common reactions to trauma and loss by children aged 0–5 years
Emerging MindsFamily doctors regularly see the effects of trauma and loss on children of all ages. Many parents present at family practices concerned by their child’s behaviour. At other times, a general practitioner might become concerned that a parent underestimates the effects of trauma on their child. -
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A guide for health and social service workers: Common reactions to trauma and loss by children aged 0-5 years
Emerging MindsPractitioners are aware that children of all ages are affected by trauma and loss. Many parents will present at a service concerned by their infant or child’s behaviour. -
Webinar
Youth voice and agency in recovery webinar
Australian Institute for Disaster ResilienceUnderstand the impacts of disasters on children and youth with insights from Margaret Nixon of the Australian Child and Adolescent Trauma Loss and Grief Network and Annabel Axford of Emerging Minds. Brodie Gaudion from ‘The Sanctuary’ Mallacoota Youth Group also shares her experience of establishing a youth-led community association and drop-in service after the East Gippsland bushfires. -
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The whole Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child
Are you curious about what social and emotional wellbeing means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children? Emerging Minds has worked with communities across Australia to create 'The whole Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child'. This video offers a glimpse into the deep connections First Nations Peoples have to Country, culture, spirituality, family and community. -
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What is trauma and adversity?
As we sail through life we might encounter events that are adverse or traumatic. A traumatic event is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. A traumatic experience can happen directly to a person, or it can be something they have witnessed. This short video describes what are traumatic events and experiences, and how these and adversity can impact on children's mental health. -
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The whole child
Children’s mental health cannot be separated from the broader contexts of their lives. There are many interacting influences that impact on infant and child mental health, not least of which is children’s relationships with their parents and their immediate family environment. Our video, The Whole Child, seeks to highlight a holistic view of children’s social and emotional wellbeing. -
Webinar
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the effects of intergenerational trauma
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)This webinar explores the effects of intergenerational trauma on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, outlines current research on the importance of cultural competence and discusses examples of organisational and individual practice to build trust and collaboration. -
Workshop
Community leaders workshop: After community trauma
Emerging MindsThis training is for community leaders to be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to promote resilience and coping, and decrease long-term adverse reactions in children (aged 0-12 years) following a natural disaster event. -
Workshop
Community leaders workshop: Preparing for community trauma
Emerging MindsThis training is for community leaders to be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to promote resilience and coping, and decrease long-term adverse reactions in children (aged 0-12 years) following a natural disaster event. -
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A general practitioner’s guide to common reactions to trauma and loss by children aged 6-8 years
Emerging MindsFamily doctors regularly see the effects of trauma and loss on children of all ages. Many parents present at family practices concerned by their child’s behaviour. At other times, a general practitioner might become concerned that a parent underestimates the effects of trauma on their child. -
Fact sheet
Using play to support children during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
Emerging MindsWhile social distancing rules are in place, children are unable to play with their friends in the way that they are used to. This makes play time at home especially important. The following five tips (available in 18 languages) can help you use play to support your child’s mental health during COVID-19. -
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A general practitioner’s guide to common reactions to trauma and loss by children aged 9–12 years
Emerging MindsFamily doctors regularly see the effects of trauma and loss on children of all ages. Many parents present at family practices concerned by their child’s behaviour. At other times, a general practitioner might become concerned that a parent underestimates the effects of trauma on their child.