Radio research project boosting littlies’ literacy
With more than one in four Australian children starting school considered to be developmentally vulnerable, an innovative UniSA research project promoting early literacy is just what the teacher ordered.
Learning to love reading time is...
Children on Autism Spectrum More Likely to Wander Away
A new study by researchers at Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York (CCMC) suggests that more than one-quarter million school-age children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other developmental disorders wander away from adult...
New study shows how affectionate mothering can combat the effects of maternal depression
Poverty, lack of education and exposure to violence can undeniably impact a child’s life trajectory significantly. But how can a mother’s exposure and potentially depressive reactions to these stressors impact a child before his/her...
Australian families embrace technology to improve wellbeing and relationships
Far from bemoaning new technologies, a new report has found that Australian families are embracing the digital world and even using it to improve their families' wellbeing and their relationships.
The research—undertaken by the Young...
Quad bike fatalities prompt safety recommendations
Australian farmers are being urged to replace their quad bikes with safer alternatives, to prevent children under the age of 16 from riding them, and to wear helmets – all in the hopes of...
New autism app to help parents
La Trobe University's Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) has launched a free smartphone app, called ASDetect that empowers parents and caregivers to identify autism earlier and more accurately than ever before.
An estimated 1...
Harmful or helpful? Researchers urge caution on genetic testing for children
Genetic testing for children should only be considered in cases where there are clear medical benefits, say UNSW researchers, who've found the potential harmful effects of testing on children’s mental health remains largely unknown.
Their findings...
Mothers’ groups linked to positive well-being
A Perth study led by researchers from The University of Western Australia has found that participation in a local mothers’ group (facilitated or parent-led) is linked to mothers’ who have a positive mental well-being.
The...
Mothers' groups linked to positive well-being
A Perth study led by researchers from The University of Western Australia has found that participation in a local mothers’ group (facilitated or parent-led) is linked to mothers’ who have a positive mental well-being.
The...
Putting a lid on child obesity with Australian-first online program
Online lifestyle program promoting healthy weight in pre-schoolers to be trialled in the Illawarra.
An Australian-first online healthy lifestyle program that aims to promote healthy weight in pre-schoolers will be trialled in the Illawarra over the...
