Family Matters article Jan 2008
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Short article Mar 2019
How young people from humanitarian backgrounds are settling in Australia
This short article summarises recent findings on the economic participation, social participation and wellbeing of young humanitarian migrants.
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Policy and practice paper Jun 2008
Housing stress and the mental health and wellbeing of families
Explores the relationship between housing affordability, housing stress, and mental health and wellbeing.
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Family Matters article Apr 1998
History, Myth Making and Young People in a Time of Change
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Family Matters article Jun 1996
Health and the family: A brief overview
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Short article Apr 2018
Growing up unequal: Young women’s health and wellbeing
A recent report from Women's Health Victoria brought together research and promising practice to explore the health and wellbeing of young women.
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Webinar Sep 2018
Give children a bigger voice more of the time: Children’s and young people’s experiences of the family law system
This webinar discussed recent research on young people’s experiences of the family law system and its implications for child-inclusive practice.
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Family Matters article May 2010
Genuine effort in family dispute resolution
This article examines possible difficulties related to the concept of genuine effort in family dispute resolution (FDR), as spelled out in the Family law Amendment (Shared Parental Responsibility) Act 2006.
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Media release Aug 2018
Fathers’ work-life balance affects children’s mental health
Recent research by AIFS and the Australian National University shows that fathers' work-life balance impacts on children's mental health. While the ability of mothers to juggle work and family commitments has long been known to affect children, the survey of 2496 families shows dads’ work matters too. Dads report wanting to be there more for their children, but their work often doesn't allow them to do so.
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Policy and practice paper Jun 2008
Family relationships and mental illness: Impacts and service responses
A brief overview of mental health problems and causes, and the impact of mental health problems on family relationships and dynamics.