Revealing widespread community concerns about the impact of social media on children, young people, and broader society, this survey report finds that 87 per cent of respondents support implementing age restrictions for social media use, with 16 being the most suggested minimum age.

This summary presents findings from research that estimates that childhood maltreatment causes up to 40 percent of common mental health disorders and highlights the need to address the underlying drivers of child maltreatment.

This report presents data and insights that demonstrate the worsening state and continued inequity of child health in New Zealand, and calls for concerted action that is grounded in robust evidence. The report shows that Māori children, Pasifika children, and children living in areas of socioeconomic deprivation are significantly disproportionately affected by key health concerns.

This evaluation of New Zealand's Counselling in Schools program found it to be effective in reducing psychological distress and improving attendance, learning progress, and classroom behaviour. The report recommends continued investment in school-based mental health support and suggests refinements to improve the program.

This two-year project sought to understand the extent to which children and young people, notably those involved with the Australian Capital Territory care and protection system, were being involuntarily detained and treated under the Mental Health Act.