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Counselling works - but not in the way you might think
Counselling for individuals, couples and families works for a significant majority of those seeking help with relationships and life’s problems, according to a…
Humanitarian migrants 'Building a new life' in Australia
The Australian Institute of Family Studies today released a new fact sheet detailing key findings from a groundbreaking study on the settlement of humanitarian migrants.
Only lonely for some
It’s official … living alone can make some people feel lonelier and less satisfied with life, according to new research released today by the Australian Institute of…
Domestic violence delivers a 'double whammy' of abuse and…
Children who are exposed to domestic violence in the home are more likely to experience other forms of maltreatment including sexual abuse, according to a new report…
Why single women are more likely to retire poor
While the participation of women in the labour force has increased substantially, women still retire with around half as much superannuation as men.
Australian family facts and figures released on World…
The Australian Institute of Family Studies today released the latest facts and figures on Australian families to celebrate World Statistics Day.
Family law changes "a step in the right direction"
An evaluation of the 2012 Family Law Act amendments that were designed to improve responses to family violence and child abuse has found the changes are "a step in the…
Life's ups and downs may be more or less predictable
Australians tend to be satisfied with life despite experiencing highs and lows stemming from common transitions across the life course, according to a study released…
A quarter of parents prefer a male "breadwinner"
One in four Australian partnered mothers and fathers believe that the male breadwinner model is better for the family, according to new research published today by the…