Family Matters article Jun 2001
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Family Matters article Jun 2001
The UK Sure Start Program
This article describes the background to the UK's Sure Start early intervention program, looks at what it offers and what it aims to achieve, then reviews the early experience of program implementation to draw out some initial lessons for policy makers who may be thinking of developing similar initiatives.
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Family Matters article Sep 2000
Development of civic mindedness in Australian adolescents
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Family Matters article Sep 2000
Valuing young lives
This article provides an overview of the National Youth Suicide Prevention Strategy and a brief summary of findings from the Australian Institute of Family Studies' evaluation.
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Family Matters article Mar 2000
Young adult moves
Data from a recent Institute study of young adults are presented in this article to cast light on the transition markers that formerly signalled adulthood and young people's relationship to the processes of leaving and returning home.
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Short article Sep 2017
Young Minds Matter: Mental disorders and risk-taking behaviour among 13-17 year-olds in Australia
This article explores the high rates of smoking, alcohol consumption, and other risky behaviours among children and adolescents with mental disorders.
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Short article Sep 2017
Survey finds parents don’t always know if their kids are struggling emotionally
This article reflects on research that revealed parents didn’t always know how adolescents were feeling, and considers implications for practice.
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Media release Jun 2016
Parents' risky drinking linked to kids alcohol use
Levels of risky drinking among Australian parents is a strong factor influencing their teenage children to try alcohol, according to a new study by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
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Media release Aug 2017
New research shows that self harm and suicidal behaviour a hidden danger for 14-15 year olds
New research by the Australian Institute of Family Studies has recorded high rates of self-harm and suicidal behaviour among Australian teenagers.
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Media release Aug 2017
Money the main motivator for working teens
Australian teens choose to work for the money citing financial reasons as the main motivation to get a job.