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Online Course
Child-focused practice with separating parents
Online CourseThis course focuses on four practice skills that will help you ensure children’s mental health and wellbeing is a central aspect of the conversations you have with parents who are going through separation or divorce. -
Podcast
Skills for working with dads in the early years of parenting – part two
Mark Hoppe and Roger CurrieRuntime00:17:38Released29/4/24 -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: March 2024
Prepared by AIFSThis March 2024 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 the 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
How to find connection and belonging in tough times
MashaRuntime00:18:22Released22/4/24 -
Short article
Supporting child mental health through understanding prosocial behaviour
Melissa Willoughby, Australian Institute of Family StudiesThis short article briefly describes what prosocial behaviours are and explores how they can positively impact child mental health. It also provides considerations for practitioners on promoting child mental health through encouraging prosocial behaviours. -
Webinar
Working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in out-of-home care through a culturally safe framework
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)Co-produced with the Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN), this webinar provides strategies to help practitioners deliver therapeutic responses within a culturally safe framework, supporting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in out-of-home care. -
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Five ways to support your children’s mental health
Download a printable copy of Five ways to support your children’s mental health Definition Emerging Minds acknowledges that families come in many forms. For the purposes of easy reading, the term ‘parent’ encompasses the biological, adoptive, foster and kinship carers of a child, as well as individuals who have chosen… -
News
A message from our director
We are heartbroken by the events that occurred at Bondi Junction Shopping Centre on Saturday and our thoughts are with the families and communities immediately effected, as well as everyone across the country who has been impacted. Media coverage of the event has dominated the news this weekend and… -
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New practice paper: Does labelling racism as bullying perpetuate a colour-blind approach when working with culturally diverse families?
Bullying and racism are two distinct yet interconnected issues that impact children’s mental health, development and overall wellbeing. Children from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities often experience both bullying and racism. Understanding their similarities and distinctions, and employing effective responses is fundamental for creating a safe and inclusive environment… -
Fact sheet
Talking to children about violent events
Emerging MindsThis resource offers tips for talking with children after a man-made disaster such as an act of mass violence. -
Podcast
Weaving Indigenous wisdom into wellbeing
Professor Helen MilroyRuntime00:29:48Released15/4/24 -
Short article
National Perinatal Mental Health Guideline: 2023 update
Melissa Willoughby, Australian Institute of Family StudiesThis short resource summarises the 2023 update of the Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) National Perinatal Mental Health Guideline.