Using longitudinal data from a large cohort of Australian adolescents, this study examines changes in depression, psychological distress and anxiety symptoms; associations between symptoms and social determinants; and interactions between social determinants and effects on symptoms. The study highlights the need to address adolescent mental health in public health policy, research and practice.

This examination of health-related information on alcohol products finds high compliance with labelling requirements, except for pregnancy warnings. It also notes a significant presence of voluntary health information, but warns that industry-led messaging may be ineffective and potentially misleading.

Government inquiries present a policy window for advocates to influence policy. This article identifies, consolidates and presents a list of features that advocates should consider when writing submissions to government inquiry.

This paper investigates associations between key modifiable lifestyle behaviours (sleep; physical activity; fruit, vegetable and sugar sweetened beverage consumption; screen time; alcohol use and tobacco use) and mental health among early adolescents in Australia. It finds that while Australian Dietary, Movement and Alcohol Guidelines target physical health, findings indicate similar behaviour thresholds may offer mental...

This article explores if smoking prevalence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander secondary students aged 12–17 years has changed between 2005 and 2017.