Policy and practice paper Nov 2014
The impact of gambling problems on families
Gambling problems can have severe personal consequences as well as have significant impacts on families and communities.
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Policy and practice paper Nov 2014
Gambling problems can have severe personal consequences as well as have significant impacts on families and communities.
Research snapshot Aug 2015
Reports on the characteristics of online counselling clients and describes their preferences for online services over similar free options.
Policy and practice paper Jun 2014
Reviews recent research findings into couples in long-term relationships (married and de facto) that provide insight into the couple relationship.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2014
Offers a broad overview of some of the main approaches to child protection used internationally, including Canada, Sweden, Belgium and the Gaza Strip.
Short article Mar 2017
This article explores the links between gender equality and violence against women, using the situation in Nordic countries as an example.
Media release Sep 2017
Australians need the protection of full ‘pre-commitment systems’ to reduce the financial and social harm from poker machines, according to a discussion paper released today by the Australian Gambling Research Centre. Eight per cent of the Australian adult population – or 1.4million people – experience some degree of gambling problem. Of these almost half are moderate or high risk gamblers, with poker machines the most harmful form of gambling in Australia.
Research report May 2014
This AIFS book explore some of the complexities of the child and family issues facing those working in social policy and legal systems
Family Matters article Dec 2012
Family Matters article
Webinar Jul 2015
This webinar summarised research on the efficacy of couple therapy and relationship education, and discussed the implications for practice.
Media release Mar 2016
Counselling for individuals, couples and families works for a significant majority of those seeking help with relationships and life’s problems, according to a discussion paper released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.