Short article Dec 2018
Health and wellbeing of children and young people in Tasmania
We highlight key findings of a recent report on the health and wellbeing of children and young people in Tasmania.
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Short article Dec 2018
We highlight key findings of a recent report on the health and wellbeing of children and young people in Tasmania.
Short article Feb 2019
This short article explores whether the normalisation of mental illness in older adults may prevent their access to mental health services.
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.
Short article Apr 2018
A recent report from Women's Health Victoria brought together research and promising practice to explore the health and wellbeing of young women.
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.
Media release Oct 2018
A national study of Australian children’s use of health services has revealed significant rates of concussion among teenage boys.
Media release Oct 2018
A national study of Australian 14-15 year olds has found that many young people have negative feelings and beliefs about gaining weight.
Media release Nov 2018
The vast majority of Australian adolescents seek help for their personal and emotional problems from their parents and friends rather than health professionals, according to new research by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Webinar Dec 2018
This webinar discussed practices that can contribute to practitioners creating genuine partnerships with children and their families.
Webinar Jul 2015
This webinar summarised research on the efficacy of couple therapy and relationship education, and discussed the implications for practice.