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Mother and son playing with child's play clay.
22 May 2020

Calming the body before calming the mind: Sensory…

This short article describes how understanding brain development can help inform approaches to working with children affected by trauma.

Waist-up portrait of pensive senior woman with crossed arms standing outdoors and looking away, facade of modern cottage on background
21 April 2020

Powers of attorney and financial abuse of older people in…

We describe powers of attorney arrangements, how these arrangements may protect older people from financial abuse, and acknowledge the risks of abuse.

Preteen girl meeting with school counselor or therapist
7 April 2020

Children and young people participating in research

This short article discusses key considerations for involving children and young people in research, using an AIFS project as an illustrative example.

24 February 2020

Collective trauma is real, and could hamper Australian…

This short article discusses the experience of collective trauma and importance of community connections following natural disasters.

Group of friends holding burning sparklers against the sky
18 December 2019

CFCA in 2019: A year in review

This short article provides an overview of CFCA’s achievements in 2019, including a summary of our most popular webinars and resources from the year.

A senior man and his granddaughter are sitting on at a table colouring on a piece of paper.
3 December 2019

All ages play: Intergenerational playgroups in residential…

This short article describes Playgroup Queensland’s pilot to provide an opportunity for aged care residents to engage in a weekly playgroup.

Back view of dad sit on couch with son talking sharing thoughts or problems,  support him showing care and understanding
26 November 2019

Is time-out appropriate and effective for children with…

This short article reviews research on whether time-out is an appropriate and effective discipline strategy for children with trauma histories.

School children at break time playing on climbing frame
6 November 2019

Child safe organisations: Information for organisations on…

This short article discusses the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and links to resources to help organisations become child safe.

Mother helping her son with homework
21 October 2019

Parenting pre-teens: A pivotal time for children and parents

This short article explores the challenges and opportunities for parents of children in the pre-teen years, based on a recent survey.