Policy and practice paper Feb 2015
Fatherhood and mental illness
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A broad overview of some of the key issues identified in the growing literature on paternal mental illness
Policy and practice paper Feb 2015
A broad overview of some of the key issues identified in the growing literature on paternal mental illness
Policy and practice paper Nov 2011
A review of research regarding children's transition from home, to early childhood education and care services and then to school.
Policy and practice paper Dec 2015
This paper presents an overview of the effects of domestic and family violence on children, and outlines a range of evidence-based responses
Policy and practice paper Feb 2016
This paper defines and clarifies what trauma-informed service delivery means in the context of child and family welfare services in Australia
Policy and practice paper Mar 2016
This paper reviews the evidence for the effectiveness of counselling and psychotherapy, and outlines the factors that contribute to its success
Policy and practice paper May 2016
Defines the types of supported playgroups in operation in Australia, and assesses the evidence for their benefits for parents and children.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2018
This paper is designed to encourage practitioners to critically reflect on the role diagnostic systems play in their work with children and families.
Commissioned report Jan 2016
This study explores "informal recovery pathways", and also compares the motivations and experiences of younger and older adults in Victoria.
Commissioned report Aug 2018
This study commissioned by the VRGF shows that wagering advertisements and inducements increase betting expenditure.
Commissioned report Oct 2018
This chapter provides a description of how young people are faring in relation to eating problems at 14–15 years of age.