Research report Dec 2021
Relationships within the family
This snapshot discusses an overview of findings from individuals reporting on different family relationship satisfaction and quality.
Research report Dec 2021
This snapshot discusses an overview of findings from individuals reporting on different family relationship satisfaction and quality.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2021
This paper explores alcohol-related harm, alcohol use during early COVID-19, and a harm-minimisation approach when working with affected clients.
Short article Apr 2021
This short article presents research on adult family carers’ health and social wellbeing with implications for practitioners supporting parent carers.
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 Feb 2022
How informal supports can help to buffer negative environments and maximise the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ+ clients alongside inclusive services.
Webinar Jul 2021
This webinar explored how a capabilities approach can help young people navigate housing stress and other challenges.
Webinar Sep 2021
This webinar explored what ‘stability’ means in out-of-home care and offered strategies for achieving positive outcomes for children and carers.
Research programs
Information and experiences from Defence personnel and their families.
Research report Mar 2022
This report highlights the experiences of a sample of expectant and new parents in Australia during COVID-19 in 2020.
Media release Mar 2022
A new report from AIFS, based on a survey conducted at the end of 2020, shows the importance of help, support and connection from family at the time of pregnancy and new parenthood. This includes the family you live with as well as family living elsewhere.