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A multi ethic group of teenagers are all huddled together for a photo. They are outdoors on a summer day.
28 February 2024

The influence of peer relationships in the middle years on…

This paper summarises the research evidence on the influence of positive peer relationships on the social and emotional development of young people in the middle…

Serious boyfriend and his unrecognizable girlfriend looking down while standing together at the city street.
20 February 2024

What the research evidence tells us about coercive control…

This paper synthesises the findings of a rapid literature review to describe what we know about how common coercive control victimisation is, as well as risk factors…

Close Up Of Teenagers With Mobile Phone Vaping and Drinking Alcohol In Park
11 October 2023

The impact of vaping on adolescent mental health

This paper provides an overview of what e-cigarettes are and the prevalence of vaping among adolescents in Australia.

Happy family. Silhouette of toddler kissing belly of pregnant mother
17 February 2022

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD): An update on policy…

This paper outlines developments for the prevention of FASD and the diagnosis and support of children and young people living with FASD in Australia.

Five year old boy drawing at his educator's office.
27 January 2022

Supporting children with neurodiversity

This paper gives principles and strategies for practitioners supporting children with neurodiversity to engage in counselling and reflective learning.

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22 November 2021

Parenting programs that support children's mental health…

This paper identifies the common elements of evidence-based parenting programs that support children’s mental health through parental separation.

Family portrait of happy parents with kids enjoying spring time in nature
4 October 2021

What works to improve young children’s social, emotional…

This paper identifies effective early intervention programs to improve the social, emotional and behavioural health of children under 5 years.

Rear view of a girl at green park. She has pink colored hair and shirt and wearing blue jeans
25 August 2021

What contributes to placement moves in out-of-home care?

This paper presents evidence from a scoping review on the factors that influence the stability of placement moves for children in out-of-home care.

Adult woman at home during quarantine with her young daughter who is playing a guitar
21 July 2021

Alcohol-related harm in families and alcohol consumption…

This paper explores alcohol-related harm, alcohol use during early COVID-19, and a harm-minimisation approach when working with affected clients.