Policy and practice paper Dec 2006
Young people who sexually abuse: Key issues
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This paper is about young people who have committed acts of sexual abuse. It is written for those who come across this issue in their day-to-day work
Policy and practice paper Dec 2006
This paper is about young people who have committed acts of sexual abuse. It is written for those who come across this issue in their day-to-day work
Short article Sep 2017
This article explores the high rates of smoking, alcohol consumption, and other risky behaviours among children and adolescents with mental disorders.
Policy and practice paper Mar 2010
Examines the literature regarding adolescent-parent relationships, and the evidence for family involvement in interventions to address problems.
Resource sheet Jan 2017
This page contains selected web resources relating to grandparents.
Short article Sep 2017
Young people leaving care have specific needs and are at greater risk of contact with the justice system.
Policy and practice paper Jan 2013
This paper reviews recent Australian and international research on the long-term effects of child sexual abuse
Policy and practice paper Nov 2006
A discussion of grandparents' roles in caring for children and ways in which service providers can support them.
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.
Policy and practice paper Dec 2007
A project conducted jointly by the AIFS National Child Protection Clearinghouse (NCPC) and the Australian Centre for Child Protection, Uni SA
Policy and practice paper Apr 2005
This paper is a national snapshot of Australian statutory child protection services.