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Research highlights mental health risks for new fathers
New research reveals that first-time fathers with a history of depression are eight times more likely to experience it again in the first year of fatherhood,…
One-third of teens experience suicidal thoughts and…
One-third of Aussie teens report suicidal thoughts or behaviours – AIFS study urges early, tailored support to address complex youth mental health risks.
Young carers more likely to experience financial hardship…
Young people who care for a member of their household at age 14-15 years are more likely to experience financial hardship, fall behind at school and miss out on…
Parents in positive relationships with their partner have…
In a new report involving partnered parents and their children, the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) found that parents who are happy in their partner…
Study reveals long-term ‘occupational downgrade’ of refugee…
Many refugees working as managers and professionals before arriving in Australia have struggled to have their skills and qualifications recognised, and are still…
One in three men report using intimate partner violence
More than 1 in 3 Australian men (35%) aged 18-65 years have used intimate partner violence in their lifetime, with an estimated 120,000 men nationally each year…
New research shows stronger interventions for pokies…
87% of regular pokies gamblers surveyed are experiencing harm, according to new research by the Australian Gambling Research Centre (AGRC).
More than two thirds of regular online bettors experiencing…
More than 70% of people surveyed who are regular online bettors reported experiencing harm, but only half of this group use any kind of consumer protection measure.
Divorce rates at lowest level in 50 years
Divorce rates are at their lowest level since the mid-1970s, according to a new report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).