Practice guide Nov 2023
Engaging young children (0-5 years) in nature play
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This practice guide synthesises research evidence relating to young children's (0-5 years) engagement in nature play.
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Practice guide Nov 2023
This practice guide synthesises research evidence relating to young children's (0-5 years) engagement in nature play.
Policy and practice paper Oct 2023
This paper provides an overview of what e-cigarettes are and the prevalence of vaping among adolescents in Australia.
Media release Oct 2023
Vaping is on the rise in adolescents, and associated with a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression and stress, according to a new report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Opinion Sep 2023
Read Lisa Mundy's opinion piece, first published in the Australian Community Media, on how COVID and the cost of living are impacting young Australians.
Short article Sep 2023
This short article summarises key findings from a systematic review by Mitic and colleagues (2021) that looked at the determinants of supportive peer relationships in early adolescence.
Resource sheet Aug 2023
Information about who is required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government child protection authorities
Webinar Aug 2023
This webinar will explore recent LSAC research that found childhood prosocial behaviours are associated with positive adolescent mental health.
Webinar Jul 2023
Journal article Jul 2023
This article investigates the social factors that affect refugees’ mental health.
News item Jul 2023
The biennial AIFS Conference is the Institute’s showcase event.