Research programs
Elder abuse research
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Examining the nature of elder abuse and its prevalence in the Australian population
Research programs
Examining the nature of elder abuse and its prevalence in the Australian population
Research snapshot Dec 2021
This report summarises the findings of a nationally representative survey of 7,000 people aged 65 and over living in community dwellings.
Media release Dec 2021
Almost one in six (14.8%) older Australians report that they have experienced abuse in the past 12 months, and only about one-third of those victims have sought help, according to new research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Research report Dec 2021
This report presents findings from the most extensive study on elder abuse in Australia to date.
Research report Sep 2021
Data access and usage terms and procedures
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 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 explores the impact of crises on service delivery and the evidence on how practitioners can support clients during crises.
Short article Dec 2020
This short article highlights the impact of CFCA in supporting the child, family and community welfare sector during the unique challenges of 2020.
Media release Oct 2020
Young adult men are drinking alcohol at riskier levels than older men, and adolescent males are carrying early drinking habits with them into adulthood, according to research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).