Policy and practice paper Oct 2007
Stepfamilies: Understanding and responding effectively
A discussion of problems in defining and understanding the complexities of stepfamilies, and differences between stepfamilies and nuclear families.
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Policy and practice paper Oct 2007
A discussion of problems in defining and understanding the complexities of stepfamilies, and differences between stepfamilies and nuclear families.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2009
A survey of research projects by Family Relationship Centres, their concerns, usefulness of reflective practice and experience of research.
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.
Policy and practice paper Oct 2009
A review of research and its application to family relationship services
Policy and practice paper Feb 2008
Challenges and strategies for encouraging individuals to engage in prevention and early-intervention activities focusing on healthy relationships.
Policy and practice paper Jun 2008
Identifying and using the issues and concerns of CALD families and service providers to make practice, procedure and policy recommendations.
Policy and practice paper Sep 2007
Looks at what kinds of support services were in place to support children in out-of-home care, and what support services were needed
Research report Feb 1984
Paper presented at the Conference of Marriage Counselling Organisations held in Canberra, 16 February 1982.
Research report May 2012
Prepared for the 2012 National Families Week, with this year's theme being "Families make all the difference: Helping kids to grow and learn"
Research report Mar 2011
This Facts Sheet describes how the characteristics of families differ between the "city" and the "country" or "bush"