Family Matters article Dec 2012
Digital natives?
This paper discusses the effects of access, context and time "exposed" to different media (including reading) on the child's language skills at different stages of their development.
Family Matters article Dec 2012
This paper discusses the effects of access, context and time "exposed" to different media (including reading) on the child's language skills at different stages of their development.
Family Matters article Nov 1990
Family Matters article Jun 2008
The popular view that today's Australian children are faring worse than those of yesteryear can be investigated by comparing similar studies from now and from 20 years ago.
Family Matters article Feb 2006
Family Matters article Dec 2013
Family Matters article on early childhood poverty and adult achievement
Family Matters article Dec 2013
Family Matters article on a comparative perspective between Australian and American children
Policy and practice paper Jan 2014
An overview of the possible effects and adverse consequences of child abuse and neglect for children and adolescents
Short article Jul 2017
A recent review suggests that early parenting interventions improve parental responsiveness and prevent infant sleep problems.
Webinar Dec 2018
This webinar discussed practices that can contribute to practitioners creating genuine partnerships with children and their families.
Family Matters article Sep 2012
Family Matters article on experiences and effects of life events