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Briefing paper

Briefing paper

Interventions for parents and families: the evidence for improving physical health and wellbeing outcomes for children


This briefing paper describes the extent to which interventions for parents and families can improve child physical health and wellbeing outcomes.
Briefing paper

Children and young people in statutory out-of-home care: health needs and health care in the 21st century


This report provides a retrospective analysis of past Victorian government responses to the health needs of children in statutory Out-of-Home Care.
Briefing paper

Interventions for parents and families: the evidence for improving social outcomes for children


Parents and the family and home environment play a central role in the early learning and development of infants and children. A range of interventions exist to support parents and families, particularly in situations where the family is vulnerable and/or where the infant or child may be at risk of delays in learning or development...
Briefing paper

Cyberbullying of children


The Internet, mobile phones, and other technological innovations have become entrenched in Australian life. These technologies create far-reaching benefits for youth. Nevertheless, these technologies have also introduced a tranche of online bullying behaviours known as cyberbullying, adding to the longstanding challenges associated with traditional school bullying. Cyberbullying has been an identified issue since at least...
Briefing paper

An evidence-based approach to reducing discharge against medical advice amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients


Discharge against medical advice (DAMA), also referred to as self-discharge, occurs when an in-patient leaves a hospital or healthcare setting before discharge is advised by the treating provider. DAMA causes interruption of treatment therapies and is strongly associated with post-operative complications, increased morbidity and mortality, readmission, and increased healthcare expenditure. It is widely known that...