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Short article
Factors that foster resilience in Aboriginal adolescents and implications for early intervention
Christian YoungMost Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adolescents in Australia grow and flourish in supportive family environments that enable good mental health and social development. Despite the challenges posed by discrimination, low socio-economic environments, and the historic and ongoing marginalisation of First Nations culture, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people are resilient, showing positive outcomes despite the presence of adversity. This study investigated the protective factors that help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to be resilient. -
Framework
National Framework for Health Services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Families
COAG Health CouncilThis National Framework for Health Services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Families (the Framework) articulates a vision, principles and approaches for the delivery of child and family health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. -
Webinar
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the effects of intergenerational trauma
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)This webinar explores the effects of intergenerational trauma on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, outlines current research on the importance of cultural competence and discusses examples of organisational and individual practice to build trust and collaboration. -
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. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: September 2022
VariousThis September 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. -
Guide
Stories of deadly dads: How Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers keep strong
Emerging Minds, Aboriginal Art Designs and DIMSThis series of six short stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers is intended to provide learning opportunities for practitioners and services who support First Nations families, including men and their children, helping them start conversations and promote reflective practices. -
Online course
Rebuilding our shields: Sharing the stories of deadly dads
Emerging Minds, Aboriginal Art Designs and DIMSThis course is designed to break down dominant stereotypes and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers as they walk two paths; one that honours traditional parenting roles and a second that reflects the parenting expectations of contemporary Australia. It has been created for non-Indigenous practitioners to develop their understanding and connection points when supporting First Nations fathers, children and families. -
Website
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. -
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.