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More humanitarian migrants find jobs
A study tracking the settlement experiences of a group of newly arrived humanitarian migrants in Australia has recorded an increase in those who have moved into…
Parents' risky drinking linked to kids alcohol use
Levels of risky drinking among Australian parents is a strong factor influencing their teenage children to try alcohol, according to a new study by the Australian…
Sexual assault survivors need more clinical support
New guidelines released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies will strengthen clinical support for survivors of sexual assault who may drink or use drugs…
Families still the ones to turn to for help
Australians still turn to family for help and support in times of crisis, according to an Australian Institute of Family Studies facts sheet released today as part of…
Mothers still do the lion's share of housework
Australian mothers continue to do the lion’s share of the housework, even when their children have headed off to school and left home, according to the Australian…
Gambling-like games: Is this kids' stuff or a risk to young…
A sharp increase in the availability of games that simulate gambling poses a risk to young people by presenting gambling as attractive and relatively harmless, according…
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…