Resources - Emerging Minds https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/library/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:49:43 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 Highlights in child mental health research: August 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-august-2025/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 23:14:04 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39426 The August 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis that presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: A guide for families to raise strong and deadly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-a-guide-for-families-to-raise-strong-and-deadly-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-children/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:18:59 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38587 Welcoming Our Little Ones shares some stories and ideas to support families to raise healthy and grounded Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, with a specific focus on pregnancy to five years.

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]]> Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dads matter https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-dads-matter/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:17:40 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38588 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dads have an important role to play in the lives of their kids. This guide shares stories and advice from Indigenous dads and parents on supporting your partner and parenting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the first five years.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: What is this guide about? https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-what-is-this-guide-about/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:16:48 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39139 This guide is for anyone with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in their family, including non-Indigenous carers, and includes advice just for dads.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Sharing stories from pregnancy to birth https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-sharing-stories-from-pregnancy-to-birth/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:15:43 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39110 Culture starts being built in our babies in the womb. Read about building the foundations for wellbeing and spiritual connections to Country and family from pregnancy.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Sharing stories from birth to 1 year old https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-sharing-stories-from-birth-to-1-year-old/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:14:42 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39109 From birth we can help babies connect to Country and culture. Read about ways of connecting and supporting belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Sharing stories from 1 to 3 years old https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-sharing-stories-from-1-to-3-years-old/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:13:50 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39108 From a young age, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children learn by experiencing their environment and spending time with family members, Community and other children. Read some ideas for supporting the development of spirit and kinship in their early years.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Sharing stories from 3 to 5 years old https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-sharing-stories-from-3-to-5-years-old/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:12:46 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39107 Ages 3 to 5 are an important stage of learning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Read about ways of supporting children to grow in independence, meet challenges, and become stronger in their culture and connections.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Ideas to share with you https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-ideas-to-share-with-you/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:11:37 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39106 Figuring out how you want to bring your children into the world and parent them can be tricky. It might help to talk your partner, family and Community, and think about some of the ideas in this guide.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Singing and reading https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-singing-and-reading/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:10:57 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39104 Singing can be soothing for us and our children, and is a great way to connect to culture, along with reading stories. This guide offers ideas for songs, books and language resources you might like to try.

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: What is your family’s story? https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-what-is-your-familys-story/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:09:16 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39103 Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families have stories of survival and resilience. What keeps your family strong?

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]]> Welcoming Our Little Ones: Words and meanings https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/welcoming-our-little-ones-words-and-meanings/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 21:08:39 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39102 This information explains some of the words and meanings used in this guide if you want to read more.

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]]> Trauma prevention and early intervention approaches with children and young people https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/trauma-prevention-and-early-intervention-approaches-with-children-and-young-people/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:24:53 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39374 Our webinar with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) focuses on the importance of trauma prevention and early intervention in facilitating the mental wellbeing of children and young people. Drawing on the expertise of Professor Daryl Higgins, a key researcher in the ACMS, and Shankari Sundaram, a counsellor at Rebuild - Relationships Australia South Australia, it also outlines strategies for practitioners, organisations and systems to use in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: July 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-july-2025/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:54:07 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39167 The July 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis that presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Centering children when supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/centering-children-when-supporting-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-families/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:21:28 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39162 Our webinar with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) highlights the need to challenge the assumption of Western expertise that has dominated Australia’s colonial history and that has been imposed on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities. It also focuses on the importance of valuing and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing.

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]]> PERCS Conversation Guide: Infants and toddlers https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/percs-conversation-guide-infants-and-toddlers/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:17:52 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=39056 The PERCS Conversation Guide is designed to support collaborative, respectful conversations between practitioners and parents about how adversity can affect the whole family. This version of the guide focuses on conversations with parents of infants and/or toddlers.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: June 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-june-2025/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:04:39 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38965 The June 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis that presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Programs that support the mental health and wellbeing of children with incarcerated parents https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/programs-that-support-the-mental-health-and-wellbeing-of-children-with-incarcerated-parents/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 02:24:18 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38922 This article provides an overview of the types of programs available to support the mental health and wellbeing of children with incarcerated parents. It also outlines considerations for practitioners working with children requiring support.

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]]> Wellbeing for workers supporting children and families after a disaster webinar https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/wellbeing-for-workers-supporting-children-and-families-after-a-disaster-webinar/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:07:20 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38897 Co-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) will explore how to support workers who engage with children and families during and after disasters or severe weather events. It is intended for both managers and frontline practitioners.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: May 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-may-2025/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:58:16 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38771 The May 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis that presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Mindframe: A guide for reporting on child and youth suicide https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/mindframe-a-guide-for-reporting-on-child-and-youth-suicide/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 22:42:15 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38790 This resource, developed by Everymind, has been developed to provide guidance on developing safe and sensitive public communications about child and youth suicide.

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]]> What are infants telling us: From neonatal nursery care to supporting optimal infant development https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/what-are-infants-telling-us-from-neonatal-nursery-care-to-supporting-optimal-infant-development/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 02:24:06 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38710 Co-produced with the Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN), you'll hear from our multidisciplinary panel who explore the emotional and developmental impacts of preterm birth, highlight the importance of observing and responding to infant cues, and outline practical strategies to strengthen early relationships and support preterm infants' neurodevelopment and mental health in their first year.

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]]> Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation: A case scenario https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/understanding-and-responding-to-childhood-suicidal-ideation-a-case-scenario/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:32:18 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38645 Co-presented with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar uses a case scenario to reflect on ethical considerations and practical strategies to help practitioners better understand and support children experiencing suicidal ideation. The panellists will also discuss how practitioners can foster connection, seek the child’s insights, and recognise the strengths of the child and their family. 

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]]> The impact of parental incarceration on child behaviour and development https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/the-impact-of-parental-incarceration-on-child-behaviour-and-development/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:07:46 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38590 This short article provides an overview of the research evidence on the impacts of parental incarceration on child behaviour and development with a focus on children aged 12 years and under. It outlines the ways in which parental incarceration can impact child outcomes and provides some practice considerations for how practitioners and services can support children.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: April 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-april-2025/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 03:39:16 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38621 This April 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Responding to childhood suicidal ideation through understanding and curiosity https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/responding-to-childhood-suicidal-ideation-through-understanding-and-curiosity/ Tue, 27 May 2025 06:20:57 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38592 Children, even at a very young age, can experience significant distress and despair that may lead them to think about suicide. This practice paper highlights the importance of listening and striving to understand children's thoughts, ideas and perspectives on the challenges they face.

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]]> Understanding and supporting children’s mental health: Measuring Outcomes tool examples https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/understanding-and-supporting-childrens-mental-health-measuring-outcomes-tool-examples/ Tue, 13 May 2025 02:30:28 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38564 This resource includes examples of Measuring Outcomes activities that support child mental health promotion, early intervention and prevention through the improvement of parents’ and carers’ child mental health literacy.

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]]> Working out the why: Addressing the unmet needs of children who are experiencing school attendance difficulties https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/working-out-the-why-addressing-the-unmet-needs-of-children-who-are-experiencing-school-attendance-difficulties/ Thu, 08 May 2025 01:25:35 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38536 In this co-produced webinar with the Mental Health Professionals Network (MHPN), our multidisciplinary panel explore and identify reasons that may underlie school attendance difficulties. This presentation will promote the value of partnership-based, trauma-informed strategies to support a contextualised understanding of each child’s unique needs in education settings.

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]]> How to use neurodivergent-affirming strategies to support child mental health https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/how-to-use-neurodivergent-affirming-strategies-to-support-child-mental-health/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 01:22:22 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38493 Co-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), join our panel of speakers as they explore how neurodivergent-affirming practice strategies support the mental health of autistic and ADHDer children.

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]]> Marymead CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn: An organisational approach to trauma-informed practice https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/an-organisational-approach-to-trauma-informed-practice/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:02:18 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38433 This practice paper explores an organisational approach to trauma-informed practice through reflections on the work of Marymead CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: March 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-march-2025/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 02:59:39 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38467 This March 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Understanding and supporting parental reflective confidence https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/understanding-and-supporting-parental-reflective-confidence/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:46:21 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37992 All parents reflect on the needs of their children. But time, opportunity or confidence to do this is limited for some parents. Practitioners can play a vital role in supporting parents to strengthen their reflective confidence.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: February 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-february-2025/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 23:59:18 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38251 This February 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Supporting non-offending parents after child sexual abuse https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/supporting-non-offending-parents-after-child-sexual-abuse/ Fri, 28 Feb 2025 03:50:08 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38097 Co-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) this webinar outlines some strategies that you can use to support non-offending parents following a child's disclosure of sexual abuse.

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]]> Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation webinar https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/understanding-and-responding-to-childhood-suicidal-ideation-webinar/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:45:26 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38082 Co-produced with the Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN), our panel of speakers explore practical strategies for supporting children facing distress and despair that may lead to suicidal ideation. Practitioners will be supported to learn about factors contributing to suicidal ideation, barriers that prevent children from being heard and understood, and ways to recognise children’s skills, knowledge and expertise.

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]]> How to support meaningful participation for children in out-of-home care https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/how-to-support-meaningful-participation-for-children-in-out-of-home-care/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 23:42:15 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38048 Participation in out-of-home care (OOHC) emerges from the basic rights of children to influence the decisions that impact their lives. It includes concepts such as listening to children’s voices and children being heard. ‘Meaningful participation’ refers to the involvement of children in ways that genuinely consider and include their views and experiences in decision-making about their lives.

Developed by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS), our latest short article outlines some of the ways practitioners and service providers can support children in OOHC to meaningfully participate in decisions that affect them.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: December 2024 to January 2025 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-december-2024-to-january-2025/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 01:54:45 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38065 This December 2024 and January 2025 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Why meaningful participation for children in out-of-home care is essential https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/why-meaningful-participation-for-children-in-out-of-home-care-is-essential/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 05:25:01 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=38026 This short article outlines why engaging in meaningful participation with children in out-of-home care is central to supporting their wellbeing and respecting their right to participate.

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]]> Early Years Strategy 2024–2034: An overview https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/early-years-strategy-overview/ Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:17:42 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37691 This short article provides information on the Early Years Strategy 2024–2034, including the key values and aims, how it was developed, and what this might mean for practitioners and professionals working with children aged 0–5 years and their families.

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]]> Working with children who are experiencing or engaging in bullying behaviour https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/working-with-children-who-are-experiencing-or-engaging-in-bullying-behaviour/ Tue, 14 Jan 2025 01:16:18 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37952 Co-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar explores the impact of childhood bullying, how it affects mental health, the importance of prevention and early intervention, children’s perspectives on bullying, and strategies to work with children experiencing bullying or engaging in bullying behaviour.

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]]> Supporting families to navigate tough times: The impact of financial and housing insecurity, isolation and discrimination https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/supporting-families-to-navigate-tough-times-the-impact-of-financial-and-housing-insecurity-isolation-and-discrimination/ Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:32:57 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37950 Co-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar introduces practitioners to a new collection of resources from Emerging Minds that has been created by families who have got through tough times.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: November 2024 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-november-2024/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 23:50:31 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37932 This November 2024 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Individual and family factors associated with child mental health and wellbeing https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/individual-and-family-factors-associated-with-child-mental-health-and-wellbeing/ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 22:10:40 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37812 This short article describes the research evidence on individual and family factors associated with child mental health and wellbeing.

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]]> A whole child approach to disaster recovery https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/a-whole-child-approach-to-disaster-recovery/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 23:43:05 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37791 This webinar, co-produced by the Mental Health Professionals Network (MHPN), our panel of experts explore ways to support infants and children following a disaster.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: October 2024 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-october-2024/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:14:53 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37743 This October 2024 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Supporting the mental health of children living in out-of-home care https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/supporting-the-mental-health-of-children-living-in-out-of-home-care/ Wed, 13 Nov 2024 01:26:54 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37690 In this webinar co-produced with the Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN), our interdisciplinary panel of experts explore how practitioners can support the mental health of children living in out-of-home care.

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]]> Relationships matter: Walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/relationships-matter-walking-alongside-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-parents/ Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:51:55 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37673 This webinar with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) explores ways that practitioners can build a deeper connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

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]]> Highlights in child mental health research: September 2024 https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/highlights-in-child-mental-health-research-september-2024/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 02:50:41 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37527 This September 2024 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.

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]]> Why we need to support infants and children before, during and after disasters https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/why-we-need-to-support-infants-and-children-before-during-and-after-disasters/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:13:44 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=36469 Infants and children rely on the adults around them to meet their needs, keep them safe and help them to make sense of their world. This puts them at greater risk of adverse impacts when a disaster occurs. This practice paper introduces the foundational knowledge and skills needed to support children and families at all stages of a disaster (preparedness, response and recovery).

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]]> Disaster preparedness with a focus on infants, children and families https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/disaster-preparedness-with-a-focus-on-infants-children-and-families/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:12:58 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=36474 This practice paper is designed to help you understand the importance of disaster preparedness for not only increasing safety and protecting lives when a disaster occurs, but facilitating the recovery of individuals, families and communities. It also offers practical advice for supporting the disaster preparedness of the children and families you work with.

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]]> Understanding how disasters influence infants and children https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/understanding-how-disasters-influence-infants-and-children/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:11:25 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37205 This practice paper aims to equip practitioners with knowledge about the ways disasters can influence a child’s ecology and the importance of targeted support for children’s resilience and recovery in the short and long term.

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]]> Supporting infants, children and families in an evacuation https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/supporting-infants-children-and-families-in-an-evacuation/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:11:16 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=36536 This practice paper explains why it’s important to consider pregnant people, infants, children and families in evacuation planning and management. It provides practical considerations and strategies for ensuring evacuation procedures and centres meet the needs of infants, children and families and enhance their safety, wellbeing and recovery.

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]]> How psychological first aid can support infants, children and families who experience a disaster (part one) https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/how-psychological-first-aid-can-support-infants-children-and-families-who-experience-a-disaster-part-one/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:09:26 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=36467 This paper is the first of two and introduces psychological first aid (PFA), a psychosocial support approach that can reduce distress and support the mental health of infants, children and families who have experienced a disaster.

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]]> Psychological first aid with infants and children: Practice guidance (part two) https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/psychological-first-aid-with-infants-and-children-practice-guidance-part-two/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:08:19 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=36468 Part two of two: This paper provides guidance to practitioners offering psychological first aid with infants, children and families in the context of a disaster.

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]]> Wellbeing for workers supporting children and families after a disaster https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/wellbeing-for-workers-supporting-children-and-families-after-a-disaster/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:06:37 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37285 This resource focuses on how to look after your own wellbeing as a practitioner or worker when supporting children and families after a disaster.

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]]> Supporting infants, children and families during and immediately after disasters https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/supporting-infants-children-and-families-during-and-immediately-after-disasters/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:05:46 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=36573 Providing targeted psychosocial support to families in the immediate aftermath (the hours and days after a disaster) is essential to supporting infants’ and children’s mental health. This paper introduces evidence-informed strategies and practical advice to help practitioners support the mental health of infants, children and their parents during and immediately after a disaster. It may also aid in planning disaster response and relief strategies that are child-centred and family-focused.

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]]> Practices for supporting infant and child mental health after disasters https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/practices-for-supporting-infant-and-child-mental-health-after-disasters/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:03:42 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37215 This paper provides practice guidance for addressing the immediate and long-term impacts of disasters on infant and child mental health using multifaceted approaches that promote resilience and mental health recovery.

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]]> Strategies for supporting the mental health of infants and children after a disaster: Child–adult relationships https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/child-adult-relationships/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:02:46 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37467 Following a disaster it's common for children to experience increased separation anxiety. This resources explores how parents can help children to develop safe relationships with other caring adults.

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]]> Strategies for supporting the mental health of infants and children after a disaster: Emotional regulation https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/emotional-regulation/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:01:36 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37447 This resource explains the importance of connection, emotional literacy and environment in helping children feel safe, and how regulation can be achieved through the body using sensory- and movement-based exercises, along with fun, relaxing and mindfulness activities.

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]]> Strategies for supporting the mental health of infants and children after a disaster: Communication and meaning-making https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/communication-and-meaning-making/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:12 +0000 https://emergingminds.com.au/?post_type=resource&p=37449 This resource offers strategies to support children in making sense of their experiences and process their feelings to help reduce distress, and prevent trauma and mental health difficulties.

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