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Short article
Children’s experiences of family violence
Dana Shen, Rosie Schellen and Daniel MossExposure to family violence and traumatic events has long-lasting effects. Children’s brains and bodies are malleable, making trauma faster to manifest, affecting the way children react and relate to others and their physical environment. This fact sheet adapted from Tucci et. al. provides information about the effects of family violence on a child’s social and emotional wellbeing, and ways that interventions can play a role in healing. -
Podcast
Using self-determination to support family violence interventions
Craig RigneyRuntime00:27:27Released31/5/21 -
Podcast
Shared practice in the family violence sector
Colleen Lovegrove and Diana UribeRuntime00:29:47Released31/5/21 -
Fact sheet
What type of programs improve the mental health outcomes of children in out-of-home care?
Hilary Miller and Kristel Alla, Australian Institute of Family StudiesExplore the most common types of programs that aim to improve mental health outcomes for children in out-of-home care (OOHC) and the evidence for overall program types -
Short article
Supporting children with disability in out-of-home care (OOHC)
Hilary Miller, Mandy Truong and Kristel Alla, Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS)This resource provides an overview of the over-representation of children with disability in out-of-home care (OOHC) in Australia. It may be relevant for people working in child protection, including care workers, social and youth workers, mental health professionals, and disability, health and allied health practitioners. -
Short article
What factors predict long-term mental health for children in out-of-home care?
Catherine WadeThis short article summarises a recent paper which examines how key child and family characteristics predict long-term mental health for children in out-of-home care. -
Fact sheet
For service workers: Collaboration and care between families and providers
Emerging MindsThis is a collection of stories of collaboration, care and overcoming barriers from families and workers which we hope will be a reminder of what’s possible for those working or volunteering in frontline services. -
Fact sheet
Psychology education needs to reflect the lives of aspiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Belle Selkirk, Dr Joanna Alexi and Professor Pat Dudgeon AMTo support aspiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to engage in psychology education in Australia, psychology curricula and teaching and learning programs should reflect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander worldviews and lived experiences. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: November 2023
Prepared by AIFSThis November 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 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. -
Fact sheet
Positive partnerships: Working alongside Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing
Dr Emma Carlin and Zaccariah CoxLearn how you can collaborate with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations around Australia to improve the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. -
Practice paper
Pre-teen social media use and the impact on mental health and wellbeing
Naomi Deneve, Parenting Research CentreGet insights and tips for holding conversations with pre-teens (9–12 years) and their parents about social media use. -
In focus
In focus: Child development
Emerging MindsUnderstanding a child’s ecology – their relationships and the environments in which they live, learn, play, and grow – and how brains and bodies develop is an integral part of supporting healthy development and wellbeing. When coupled with a curious, respectful practice approach, this knowledge can help you to scaffold children’s learning and development and equip them with the tools they need to grow and thrive.