Media release Feb 2021
Female friendships strengthen resilience
Findings from Wave 7 of the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC) show how female friendships increase resilience and wellbeing in girls and young women.
Media release Feb 2021
Findings from Wave 7 of the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC) show how female friendships increase resilience and wellbeing in girls and young women.
Media release Mar 2021
One in three Australian teens report that they recently experienced discrimination, according to new research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Media release Aug 2021
Among teens who had ever drunk alcohol, those with permission to drink at home were significantly more likely to have drunk in the past month (77%, compared to 63%) and in the past week (49%, compared to 34%).
Media release Sep 2021
Thoughts of non-suicidal self-injury are common among young people and increase during the adolescent years, according to new research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS). The study found that thirty percent of respondents had considered non-suicidal self-injury between the ages of 14 and 17, while 18% reported acts of self-injury.
Short article Apr 2021
This short article explores the difference between collaboration, community engagement and co-design to help you plan the best approach.
Short article Jun 2021
This short article outlines the evidence for promoting adequate sleep for young people and what works to support young people and their parents.
Short article Jun 2021
This short article presents research into drinking behaviours of adolescent males, with implications for supporting young men and their families.
Short article Jun 2021
This short article describes how physical environments affect young children’s development, implications for local governments, and what they can do.
Short article Aug 2021
This short article explores the effects of excessive screen time on children and young people and how practitioners can support families to reduce it.
Short article Feb 2022
How informal supports can help to buffer negative environments and maximise the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ+ clients alongside inclusive services.