Short article Feb 2018
Sexting: What does the research say?
Recent research suggests that more young adults engage in sexting than teenagers and those who sext regard it more positively than those who don't.
Showing 208 results
Short article Feb 2018
Recent research suggests that more young adults engage in sexting than teenagers and those who sext regard it more positively than those who don't.
Media release Dec 2017
Just under half of all Australian children aged 9-16 years old have viewed pornography, with potentially negative impacts on their attitudes to sex, sexuality and relationships, according to a discussion paper released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Short article Oct 2017
We need to collect better data to improve our understanding of how vulnerable children in need become offenders, writes Dr Kath McFarlane.
Short article Oct 2017
This article examines the role of homelessness in the link between child maltreatment and youth offending.
Submission Mar 2014
A general response to the public consultation document Enhancing Online Safety for Children.
Submission Mar 2014
Inquiry into grandparents taking primary responsibility for raising their grandchildren.
Policy and practice paper Jan 2014
An overview of the possible effects and adverse consequences of child abuse and neglect for children and adolescents
Policy and practice paper Oct 2013
An overview of the innovative use of technology in service delivery for organisations working with families, children and young people.
Family Matters article Jul 2013
This paper outlines definitions and statistics related to cyberbullying and parents' roles and involvement in preventing and responding to cyberbullying incidents.
Family Matters article Jul 2013
Family Matters article on bullying in schools and its relation to family life