Parent separations linked with increased risk of depression and antisocial behaviour in adolescents
56% of adolescents in dissolved families show signs of positive development in emerging adulthood (19-20yrs).
56% of adolescents in dissolved families show signs of positive development in emerging adulthood (19-20yrs).
Children as young as eight experience poor body image as hormone levels rise with the onset of puberty.
A recent study by Harvard and CAH, has shown that 4 cents per month is invested in adolescent healthcare projects across low-income countries.
A recent study suggests that outdoor adventure experiences have different impacts for different individuals.
Frequency of alcohol consumption in adolescent years is just as likely as binge drinking and problem drinking, to predict alcohol related problems in adulthood.
Men with histories of adolescent and young adult common mental disorders were 4x more likely to experience mental health problems during their partner’s pregnancy.
The latest RCH National Child Health Poll focused on understanding parent’s knowledge, attitudes and experiences related to bullying and their child/adolescent. Read more here.
A 12-month study of adolescent admissions to the Royal Children’s Hospital mental health inpatient unit has found that an overwhelming majority of admissions were due to self-harm or suicidal behaviours.
Why the definition of “adolescence” is so important.
Denise Becker reporting back from the ARACY Longitudinal Masterclass 2018.