Search Results for "communicating tough times"
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Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
13YARN13YARN provides 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are feeling overwhelmed or having mental health difficulties. -
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Supporting children’s return to school during COVID-19
Emerging MindsThis resource offers tips to help both children and parents/carers navigate feelings of anxiety and uncertainty around returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
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Child sleep problems
Michelle Macvean and Catherine Wade – Parenting Research CentreChildren and young people need sufficient, good quality sleep to support healthy development. But many parents are concerned their children don’t get enough quality sleep. This short article explores the rate of child sleep problems in Australia and ways practitioners can help parents who are concerned about their child's sleep habits. -
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In focus: Talking with parents about their children
Emerging MindsThis resource provides tips for adult-focused professionals for developing skills in hearing and honouring a child's voice in absentia and in turn, improving outcomes for Australian children with mental health concerns. -
Practice paper
What is infant mental health, why is it important, and how can it be supported?
Dr Kristel Alla and Dr Trina Hinkley (AIFS)All infants experience mental health, and infancy is a critical time for children to build strong confidence and security in their environment, so that they can develop positive emotional, social, physical and mental health. This paper produced by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) aim to raise awareness in practitioners who work with infants and/or their caregivers and ways to support parents and caregivers when early signs of problems appear if their infant is struggling with their mental health. -
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13 HEALTH – Health advice over the phone
Queensland Government13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) is a phone service by the Queensland Government which aims to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within community to access timely health assessment and advice. -
Practice paper
Working with separating parents to support children’s wellbeing: What can we learn from evidence-based programs?
Nicole Paterson, Rhys Price-Robertson and Michele HervatinOne of the most effective ways to safeguard children’s wellbeing post-separation is to support their parents in the process. This resource provides information on working with separating parents to support their children’s wellbeing. -
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Keeping in Touch (KIT): Supporting parents in alcohol and other drugs residential rehab
Emerging MindsStarting conversations about parenting and working with parents and their children is an important part of work in alcohol and other drugs residential rehab settings. The Keeping in Touch with Your Children (KIT) Menu has been designed to provide practical ways you can promote parent-child connectedness during periods of separation required by a rehab stay. -
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COVID-19 Resource Summary- supporting children’s mental health
Emerging MindsThis selection of resources will assist parents and caregivers in supporting their children’s mental health through the COVID-19 pandemic. -
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Helping children to cope with uncertainty during COVID-19
Emerging MindsChildren are not immune to the effects of uncertainty. While research has shown they can recognise and respond to uncertainty from as young as 20 months old, children need support and guidance from the adults in their lives to help them to understand and cope with change and uncertainty. This article outlines six simple, easy ways in which parents can help their child to navigate uncertain times. -
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The whole Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child
Are you curious about what social and emotional wellbeing means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children? Emerging Minds has worked with communities across Australia to create 'The whole Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child'. This video offers a glimpse into the deep connections First Nations Peoples have to Country, culture, spirituality, family and community. -
Practice paper
Engaging fathers in early childhood services
Lucy TullyMany services for child wellbeing are delivered mainly to mothers, and research shows that fathers have low levels of engagement (attendance and participation) in these services. Involving fathers (along with mothers) in early childhood services provides an opportunity to obtain comprehensive information about parenting and child wellbeing. It is also a chance to provide support to both parents, which may enhance outcomes for children, parents and families. This resource provides six key practitioner tips to enhance the engagement of fathers in early childhood services.