Search Results for "care plan"
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Podcast
Re-release – Disaster preparedness, myths and programs that hold promise
Dr Briony TowersRuntime00:17:30Released18/12/19 -
Short article
Factors that foster resilience in Aboriginal adolescents and implications for early intervention
Christian YoungMost Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adolescents in Australia grow and flourish in supportive family environments that enable good mental health and social development. Despite the challenges posed by discrimination, low socio-economic environments, and the historic and ongoing marginalisation of First Nations culture, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people are resilient, showing positive outcomes despite the presence of adversity. This study investigated the protective factors that help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to be resilient. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: October 2019
Prepared by AIFSThis October 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. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided. -
Practice paper
Keeping children and families in mind: Guidelines for media professionals reporting on disaster or community trauma events
Margaret Nixon and Jessica MastersThese guidelines for journalists and media professionals highlight the need to keep children and families in mind when reporting on traumatic events. They are intended to showcase best practice and to help protect not only the children, families, and communities who have experienced disaster and/or trauma, but also media staff and their families who may experience secondary traumatic stress from exposure to these events. -
Podcast
Children and technology: Screen use
Dr Anthea RhodesRuntime00:32:54Released11/11/19 -
Short article
The role of neighbourhoods in young children’s mental health: What does the evidence tell us?
Amanda Alderton, Karen Villanueva, Meredith O’Connor, Claire Boulangé and Hannah BadlandYoung children's mental health is influenced by their experiences across a wide range of settings, including home, school, and their wider community and neighbourhood environment. Features of the neighbourhood such as access to good-quality housing, parks, and local services can positively shape children's early life experiences. Researchers conducted a systematic review of international research literature, investigating how the neighbourhood-built environment relates to young children's mental health. -
Podcast
Mentalisation and parent-child therapy
Dr Matthew RuggieroRuntime00:27:43Released28/10/19 -
Podcast
Parental substance use and child-focused practice
Gill MunroRuntime00:33:01Released30/9/19 -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: August 2019
Prepared by AIFSThis August 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. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided. -
Podcast
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Dr Sara McLeanRuntime00:36:37Released9/9/19 -
Research paper
1. What is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)?
Dr Sara McLeanFetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) refers to a range of distinct but related developmental difficulties caused by exposure of the developing fetus to alcohol in utero. All practitioners, regardless of their role, are likely to encounter children and adults who are affected by FASD. While the impact of alcohol on a child's brain development may be irreversible, there are some pracitices which can minimise the impact of FASD on the lives of children and families. -
Research paper
3. How to support children living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Dr Sara McLeanThis resource outlines the diverse neurocognitive challenges frequently faced by children living with FASD. It highlights some of the ways these differences may impact on children’s learning, behavioural and social development, and outlines the general principles for supporting children.