National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Survey, 2018–19
Report— 14 January 2020
This report looks into the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and adults.
Drug and alcohol abuse
National Alcohol Strategy 2019–2028
Report— 10 December 2019
This strategic plan sets out Australia's approach to preventing and reducing alcohol-related harm over the next decade.
Effective approaches to prevention, diagnosis and support for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
News— 17 October 2019
The Australian Government is seeking submissions into how responses to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can be improved.
Working with parents affected by alcohol and other drug use: Considering the needs of children in practice
Webinar— 16 Oct 2019
This webinar discussed how practitioners working with parents affected by alcohol and other drug use can enhance their child-focused practice.
Close to home: Young people and the impact of alcohol and drug use by family and peers
Report— 22 August 2019
This report provides insights into how young people are affected by their friends' and families' alcohol and drug use.
Forecasting future outcomes: Stronger Communities Investment Unit – 2018 insights report
Report— 15 August 2019
This report estimates the future service costs of vulnerable families in New South Wales.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder: A national diagnostic tool and a guide to its use
Short article— 5 October 2018
We provide an overview of the national diagnostic tool and a guide to its use for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
Young Minds Matter: Mental disorders and risk-taking behaviour among 13-17 year-olds in Australia
Short article— 5 September 2017
This article explores the high rates of smoking, alcohol consumption, and other risky behaviours among children and adolescents with mental disorders.
Housing problems among rural populations with mental health and/or substance use issues
Short article— 10 June 2015
Recent research provides new insight into the experiences of this population when trying to obtain suitable housing
Join the Conversation - Supporting children and families affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)
Short article— 10 December 2014
This webinar described some of the adverse consequences of FASD, and outlined strategies for supporting children with FASD in out-of-home care.
