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Highlights in child mental health research: April 2024
Prepared by AIFSThis April 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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Parenting with a disability and responding to stigma
Eliza HullRuntime00:35:17Released20/5/24 -
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New resources to support parents’ understanding of child mental health
This fortnight, we’re very excited to launch a brand new suite of evidence-informed resources for parents, perfect for sharing with the families you work with – Understanding and supporting children’s mental health! The collection of resources includes animations, fact sheets, videos and podcasts. Together they offer accessible, practical information… -
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Emerging Minds response to the Australian Government Early Years Strategy
Emerging Minds welcomes the Australian Government’s Early Years Strategy, released on Tuesday, 7 May 2024. The strategy outlines a 10-year roadmap to strengthen integration and coordination of support for children from birth to five years, recognising the importance of these early years for development and lifelong health and wellbeing. … -
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About Emerging Minds families
Here at Emerging Minds Families we develop free resources to help all families access the right information, at the right time. We work together with families and professionals and draw on the latest research to produce information and resources to help you support children’s mental health and wellbeing. Watch our… -
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Support networks: Building support networks for you and your child
Emerging MindsLearn about the different types of support available for you and your children, and get tips for building strong, reliable support networks. -
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Communication and meaning-making: Why good communication is key to children’s mental health
Emerging MindsTalk openly with children to help them understand and make meaning of what's happening in their world. -
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Routines: Creating family routines to support children’s mental health
Emerging MindsCreate family routines to help children feel secure, reduce stress, and find time for connection and fun. -
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Emotions and behaviours: Understanding and supporting children’s feelings and responses
Emerging MindsTune into your child's feelings and be curious about what's behind their behaviours, so you can help them understand and express all their emotions in healthy ways. -
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Parent-child relationship: How positive connections support children’s wellbeing
Emerging MindsBuild a strong bond with your child by responding warmly and consistently to their needs and making time to connect with them. -
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In focus: Understanding children’s mental health
Emerging MindsThis resource aims to help parents (and other adults who care for children) with understanding children’s mental health – what it is, why it’s important for children and what positive mental health looks like. -
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Understanding and supporting children’s mental health
Some people and organisations use the term ‘mental health’ to mean mental illness. But mental health is something everyone has, including babies and young children. A child’s mental health can change, depending on what’s going on in their life, and is shaped by many different things.