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Fact sheet
Signs of bullying parents should look out for
Emerging MindsIt's important for parents and carers to be aware of what's happening in their child's social word. This list includes some of the common signs a child could be involved in bullying (experiencing and/or engaging in it). -
Fact sheet
Finding out your child is experiencing or engaging in bullying
Emerging MindsWhen you first find out your child is experiencing or engaged in bullying take a moment to check your reactions and feelings before talking to your child. Plan your conversation with them and make sure you're looking after yourself too. -
In focus
In focus: Bullying and child mental health
Emerging MindsBullying is a common childhood experience that can cause physical and psychological harm. It's important for all children and parents to talk about childhood bullying, know what to do if it occurs and understand how to prevent it. -
Podcast
Childhood bullying: When a child experiences bullying – part one
Jessica StanilandRuntime00:24:43Released25/9/23 -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: August 2023
Prepared by AIFSThis August 2023 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
Podcast
Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants during the first 2,000 days
Dana Shen and Shirley YoungRuntime00:23:15Released18/9/23 -
News
Let’s come together and vote YES on 14 October, 2023
On Saturday, 14 October Australians have been called to vote in the Voice to Parliament referendum. As a nation, we are being asked to acknowledge and recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples – the First Peoples of this vast land – in our 122-year-old constitution for the first time.… -
News
New online course: Replanting the Birthing Trees: Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and children in the first 2,000 days
For over 60,000 years, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families have provided nurturing, safe, and loving care to their children and families. However, negative historical events and unsafe practices have created disconnection from culture, Country, kinship and spirit/ancestors. These losses have had the cumulative impact of intergenerational trauma and fractured… -
Short article
What impacts refugee and asylum seeker children’s mental health?
Pragya Gartoulla, Mandy Truong, Anagha Joshi and Hilary Miller, Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS)This short article outlines the factors that impact the mental health and wellbeing of children from refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds. -
Podcast
Supporting children and young people who identify as gender diverse
Ellen MurrayRuntime00:19:29Released12/9/23 -
Podcast
Dismantling interpersonal racism to support culturally diverse families
Multiple guestsRuntime00:26:23Released6/9/23 -
Online Course
Replanting the Birthing Trees: Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and children in the first 2,000 days
Online CourseThis course honours the wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parenting practices that have endured for over 60,000 years, and invites practitioners to be curious, notice this ancient knowledge and consider how it can be applied in contemporary practices.