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Study 13 Nov 2023

Review of Family Relationship Services

AIFS has been commissioned by the Australian Government Attorney-General’s Department to undertake research to support a review of the AGD-funded Family Relationship Services Program.

Media release 31 Oct 2023

Three in ten older teens have experienced intimate partner violence

According to a national study, almost three in ten 18-19 year olds have experienced intimate partner violence in the past year. 

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Commissioned report
Oct 2023

Intimate partner violence among Australian 18–19 year olds

This snapshot examines risk and protective factors for intimate partner violence victimisation among Australian adolescents. 

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Research snapshot
Oct 2023

Consumer views on emerging trends and future directions for…

This research summary presents findings from the 2022 National Gambling Trends Study surveys of Australian adults who gambled regularly on pokies or bet regularly…

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Research snapshot
Oct 2023

Regular online betting in Australia, 2022

This research summary presents findings from a 2022 survey of Australian adults who bet online on sports/races (online wagering) on a regular basis. 

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Latest practice resources

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Practice guide
Nov 2023

Engaging young children (0-5 years) in nature play

This practice guide synthesises research evidence relating to young children's (0-5 years) engagement in nature play.

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Policy and practice paper
Oct 2023

The impact of vaping on adolescent mental health

This paper provides an overview of what e-cigarettes are and the prevalence of vaping among adolescents in Australia.

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Short article
Sep 2023

What influences supportive peer relationships in the middle…

This short article summarises key findings from a systematic review by Mitic and colleagues (2021) that looked at the determinants of supportive peer relationships in…

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The Australian Longitudinal Study on Male Health

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