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Australian Institute of Family Studies
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Report
Review of electronic gaming machine pre-commitment features: self-exclusion
This report is one of a set of three, and focuses on the option of self-exclusion - systems and technology that allow concerned gamblers to bar themselves from venues.
Report
Review of electronic gaming machine pre-commitment features: limit setting
Gambling is a popular activity in Australia, but can result in problems for a significant minority. In response, the Australian Government has commissioned the Australian Institute of Family Studies to investigate 'pre-commitment' options for electronic gaming machines. This report is one of a set of three, and focuses on the option of limit setting.
Report
Elder abuse: understanding issues, frameworks and responses
Provides an overview of elder abuse in Australia - including its characteristics, context, and prevention
Article
Why are we abusing our parents? The ugly facts of family violence and ageism
Although population ageing is overwhelmingly a good thing, representing a healthier population overall and a longer more productive lifespan for most, it also means an increase in elder abuse. There is little public awareness of the extent and nature of elder abuse. Consequently, it is rarely recognised even by those who may be perpetrating or...
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Trauma-informed care in child/family welfare services
Define's and clarifies what trauma-informed service delivery means in the context of delivering child/family welfare services in Australia. Summary This paper aims to define and clarify what trauma-informed service delivery means in the context of delivering child/family welfare services in Australia. Exposure to traumatic life events such as child abuse, neglect and domestic violence is...