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Report
Interactive Use of Genograms and Ecomaps
Gwen R. Rempel, Anne Neufeld, RN, Kaysi Eastlick KushnerThis article argues for the concurrent and comparative use of genograms and ecomaps in family caregiving research. -
Practice paper
Supporting children in families with complex needs: Nine tips for practitioners who feel out of their depth
Rhys Price-Robertson and Courtney Schuurman, Emerging MindsIf you are feeling overwhelmed or out of your depth, this practice paper outlines ways in which you can begin to develop confidence in supporting children in families with complex needs. -
Practice paper
Supporting children and families: How does co-design invite us to think differently?
Jason Tyndale, Jackie Amos and Rhys Price-RobertsonThis paper focuses on a series of reflective questions that invite practitioners to think differently about their work with children and families, especially those living in complex environments. The authors – a lived experience consultant, a practitioner, and a researcher – take readers behind-the-scenes of co-designing the paper itself, whilst exploring some of the most challenging dilemmas facing practitioners in the field. -
Webinar
How to use neurodivergent-affirming strategies to support child mental health
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), join our panel of speakers as they explore how neurodivergent-affirming practice strategies support the mental health of autistic and ADHDer children. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: March 2025
Prepared by AIFSThis March 2025 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. -
Practice paper
Understanding and supporting parental reflective confidence
Nicole RollbuschAll parents reflect on the needs of their children. But time, opportunity or confidence to do this is limited for some parents. Practitioners can play a vital role in supporting parents to strengthen their reflective confidence. -
Webinar
Supporting non-offending parents after child sexual abuse
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) this webinar outlines some strategies that you can use to support non-offending parents following a child's disclosure of sexual abuse. -
Short article
Why meaningful participation for children in out-of-home care is essential
Joanna Schwarzman, Kristel Alla and Hilary Miller, Australian Institute of Family StudiesThis short article outlines why engaging in meaningful participation with children in out-of-home care is central to supporting their wellbeing and respecting their right to participate. -
Webinar
Working with children who are experiencing or engaging in bullying behaviour
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar explores the impact of childhood bullying, how it affects mental health, the importance of prevention and early intervention, children’s perspectives on bullying, and strategies to work with children experiencing bullying or engaging in bullying behaviour. -
Webinar
Supporting families to navigate tough times: The impact of financial and housing insecurity, isolation and discrimination
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar introduces practitioners to a new collection of resources from Emerging Minds that has been created by families who have got through tough times. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: November 2024
Prepared by AIFSThis November 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. -
Short article
Individual and family factors associated with child mental health and wellbeing
Melissa Willoughby and Joanna Schwarzman, Australian Institute of Family StudiesThis short article describes the research evidence on individual and family factors associated with child mental health and wellbeing.