Commissioned report Oct 2016
Children living in “complex” households
Around 43 per cent of children under the age of 13 grow up in complex families.
Commissioned report Oct 2016
Around 43 per cent of children under the age of 13 grow up in complex families.
Research report Jun 2018
This Research Report investigates the experiences and needs of young people whose parents have separated and have accessed the family law system.
Research snapshot Jun 2020
This research summary discusses the experiences and needs of young people whose parents have separated and have accessed the family law system.
Webinar Jul 2023
Webinar Aug 2023
This webinar will explore recent LSAC research that found childhood prosocial behaviours are associated with positive adolescent mental health.
Submission May 2023
This submission outlines some of the influences on child development, highlighting other research by AIFS into early childhood education and care.
Research snapshot Feb 2024
This snapshot discusses social isolation for older people being an objective lack of connection and interaction with social networks, which can include family, friends and community.
Research snapshot Feb 2024
This snapshot discusses what factors give rise to isolation and how it is experienced by older people.
Opinion May 2024
Law changes coming into effect next week about post separation parenting arrangements make it clear that the best interests of children are paramount. We have been researching in this space for years and cannot overstate how important this is.