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Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: July 2022
VariousThis July 2022 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 that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: June 2022
VariousThis June 2022 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 that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: May 2022
VariousThis May 2022 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 that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
Practice paper
Supporting families while they wait for a health care service
Sara Abdi, Parenting Research CentreExtended wait times to access health services can be harmful for children and their family, but health care practitioners can support families on a waitlist through regular communication and contact, planning, identifying informal supports, and providing information and resources to support them through the waiting period. -
Practice paper
How the experiences and circumstances of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) children and families influence child mental health
Anagha Joshi and Pragya Gartoulla, Australian Institute of Family StudiesUnderstand how the experiences of children and families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds can affect child mental health and strategies to support children’s mental health through inclusive and curious practice. -
Practice paper
Culturally informed ways to support mental health in refugee and asylum seeker children
Pragya Gartoulla and Anagha Joshi, Australian Institute of Family StudiesThis practice paper aims to provide practitioners with information about culturally informed ways to support the mental health of refugee and asylum seeker children who are likely to have been exposed to significant adversity during crucial phases of their development. -
Webinar
Approaches to support child mental health in culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsThis webinar focuses on working with children and families from non-humanitarian migrant communities and supporting their mental health. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: October 2022
VariousThis October 2022 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 that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
In focus
In focus: Parenting with a mental illness
Emerging MindsParenting with mental illness can be hard. But reflecting on the potential impacts will help you recognise when you need further support and implement strategies, to ensure you and your family can manage the more difficult times with strength and resilience. -
Video
Introducing Emerging Minds Families
Emerging MindsCreated with the guidance and expertise of family members with lived experience, practitioners and researchers, Emerging Minds Families develops practical, accessible and trusted information and resources for families to support infant and child mental health. -
Video
Your support networks: It takes a village
Emerging MindsBuilding your village and creating those support networks plays an important role your child's development. -
Fact sheet
Feeding your baby: Advice for new parents
Emerging MindsThis resource explores how feeding times are an opportunity to connect with your baby and support their mental health and wellbeing. It acknowledges that feeding can be difficult for a lot of parents and infants, and explains why it’s important to seek help if you’re experiencing difficulties.