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Practitioners Podcast
Taking a team approach to managing children’s mental health in general practice
Dr Matthew RuhlRuntime00:21:08Released25/10/20![]()
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Resource summary
General practice learning pathway
Emerging MindsDeveloped together with GPs and families, this learning pathway offers step-by-step guides for conducting infant and child mental health assessments, supporting families who have experienced a natural disaster, and holding preventative conversations with parents to buffer children from the impacts of adversity. -
Online Course
Supporting children’s resilience in general practice
Online CourseThis course has been specifically designed for GPs and practice nurses, and recognises the realities of general practice, the broad variety of doctor-patient relationships, and the array of circumstances that primary health practitioners work in. -
Webinar
Developing a plan: Common practice challenges in child mental health
Emerging Minds and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)Based on a case study, this webinar with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) explores the skills required to respond to practice challenges including creating family-led support plans that address multiple factors that might be impacting the family, and putting supports in place when there is a lack of specialist services available, or there are long waitlists. -
In focus
In focus: How can general practitioners support children’s mental health?
Emerging MindsAustralian children visit their general practitioner (GP) more than any other health professional, and GPs also often see the same family for many years, enabling them to build a strong, trusting relationship with both children and their parents. GPs are in a unique position to notice and intervene when early signs of mental health concerns appear, and to promote positive mental health for infants and children. This page shares resources to help you, as a GP, increase your confidence in supporting children’s mental health. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: May 2025
Prepared by AIFSThe May 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 that presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided. -
Guide
Mindframe: A guide for reporting on child and youth suicide
EverymindThis resource, developed by Everymind, has been developed to provide guidance on developing safe and sensitive public communications about child and youth suicide. -
Webinar
What are infants telling us: From neonatal nursery care to supporting optimal infant development
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)Co-produced with the Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN), you'll hear from our multidisciplinary panel who explore the emotional and developmental impacts of preterm birth, highlight the importance of observing and responding to infant cues, and outline practical strategies to strengthen early relationships and support preterm infants' neurodevelopment and mental health in their first year. -
Webinar
Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation: A case scenario
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-presented with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar uses a case scenario to reflect on ethical considerations and practical strategies to help practitioners better understand and support children experiencing suicidal ideation. The panellists will also discuss how practitioners can foster connection, seek the child’s insights, and recognise the strengths of the child and their family. -
Short article
The impact of parental incarceration on child behaviour and development
Dr Mandy Truong, Australian Institute of Family StudiesThis short article provides an overview of the research evidence on the impacts of parental incarceration on child behaviour and development with a focus on children aged 12 years and under. It outlines the ways in which parental incarceration can impact child outcomes and provides some practice considerations for how practitioners and services can support children. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: April 2025
Prepared by AIFSThis April 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
Responding to childhood suicidal ideation through understanding and curiosity
Amanda Kemperman, Emerging MindsChildren, even at a very young age, can experience significant distress and despair that may lead them to think about suicide. This practice paper highlights the importance of listening and striving to understand children's thoughts, ideas and perspectives on the challenges they face.
