Short article Aug 2018
Children who have lost a parent to family violence need to be listened to
This short article highlights the importance of giving children a voice after cases of intimate partner homicide to better respond to their needs.
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Short article Aug 2018
This short article highlights the importance of giving children a voice after cases of intimate partner homicide to better respond to their needs.
Short article Oct 2018
Recent research conducted by AIFS highlights the importance of incorporating child-inclusive practices in the family law system.
Resource sheet Apr 2015
An overview of the issues involved when displaying images of children and young people online, including privacy laws, consent and safety
Media release Apr 2016
A sharp increase in the availability of games that simulate gambling poses a risk to young people by presenting gambling as attractive and relatively harmless, according to a report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies’ Australian Gambling Research Centre.
Media release Nov 2016
Australia’s family law system must continue to address a growing need for family violence screening among troubled families, according to the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Media release Jan 2018
Abuse of older people is a complex and sometimes hidden problem in Australia. To help build on the growing body of knowledge on the issue, the Elder Abuse National Research Project is currently underway, led by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Media release Oct 2018
Many Australian children come from families that have experienced housing affordability stress for a period of time while they were growing up, according to research by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Policy and practice paper May 2008
Examines bullying and its impact on young people’s health and wellbeing, and the significance of family relationships in dealing with bullying.
Policy and practice paper Jun 2008
Explores the relationship between housing affordability, housing stress, and mental health and wellbeing.
Policy and practice paper May 2007
An overview about synchronising parenting methods and child characteristics, and ways in which parenting can be attuned to "fit" the child.