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Webinar
Engaging with parents and infants in the first thousand days
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)This webinar features a facilitated interdisciplinary panel discussion of a case study. The panel includes Dr Nick Kowalenko (psychiatrist), Mandy Seyfang (OT/Infant mental health therapist) and Jonathon Main (Relationships Australia). Dan Moss, Emerging Minds’ Workforce Development Manager facilitates the discussion. -
Short article
Developing a mental health literacy model and measurement scale for children
Justine Bale and Christine GrovéMental health literacy refers to knowledge and beliefs about mental health that seek to promote recognition, management or prevention of mental health problems for oneself and others. In an Australian context, research has shown that mental health difficulties can be evident in children as early as four years of age, with early markers of mental health challenges seen in infants and toddlers. This short article explores the study aimed to develop a mental health literacy model for children aged 8 to 12 years which can guide those working in child mental health services to create intervention programs that are best suited to the specific needs of younger children. -
Video
Mental Health in Primary School Aged Children
TESThis UK video designed for primary school educators explores mental illness in primary school aged students. It looks at some of the common emotional and behavioural issues and how teachers can spot the early warning signs in these students. -
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. -
Practice paper
Primary health support for bullying in the middle years: Learnings for practitioners
Michele Hervatin, Parenting Research CentrePrimary health care practitioners have an important role to play in identifying and responding to bullying, and in doing so, supporting child wellbeing. -
In focus
In focus: Understanding anxiety in children
Emerging MindsWith an understanding of the types, causes and signs of anxiety you can support your child to develop resilience skills, manage their anxiety and live their best life. -
In focus
In focus: Supporting your child after a bushfire
Emerging MindsIf you’ve recently experienced a bushfire, it’s normal to be worried about the potential mental health impacts on your child or children. This resource aims to provide advice on how to support yourself and your family during this difficult time. -
In focus
In focus: Supporting your baby’s mental health and wellbeing
Emerging MindsThis resource explores what you can do to support your baby's mental health and wellbeing, right from birth.