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Mental health problems among 4–17-year-olds with hearing problems: results from a nationally representative studyClinicians caring for children and young people with hearing problems should be alert for heightened risk of specific mental health problems based on age and the nature of hearing problems.
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Neighbourhood characteristics and the rate of identification of young people at ultra-high risk for psychosisThis study aimed to determine if the rate of identification of young people at ultra-high risk for psychosis was associated with the level of social deprivation
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Poor access to mental health services linked to suicide hotspots: studyCommunities with poor access to mental health services are eight times more likely to be youth suicide hotspots, according to new The Kids Research Institute Australia research.
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Suicide prevention guidelines to drive better services for LGBTQA+ young peopleResearchers have developed Australia’s first comprehensive guidelines for clinical and community services supporting LGBTQA+ youth.
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Transforming FamiliesWe want to better understand the relationship between parents/carers and their children who identify as trans or gender diverse with the aim of improving the well-being of the whole family.
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Lancet paper finds hormone therapy for trans young people can improve mental health - but authors say more research is desperately neededA Lancet-published review of the evidence around the use of gender-affirming hormones and surgery in trans children and adolescents has found such interventions can lead to a marked improvement in mental health outcomes and quality of life.
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Trans young people at high risk of depression and suicideTrans Pathways is the largest ever survey conducted into the mental health of trans young people in Australia.
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Project helps Ethan belongEthan recently took part in Belong, a study led by The Kids which aims to ensure deaf and hard of hearing kids have a happy & positive school experience
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Parent Pathways: Understanding the mental health and wellbeing of parents of trans children and young people.Yael Penelope Helen Perry Strauss Morgan BPsych (Hons) MPsych (Clin) PhD BA, MPH, PhD BA (Hons), Doctor of Psychology Program Head, Mental Health &
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Eating and exercise experiences of Australian trans and gender diverse folks: lived experience and stakeholder perspectivesTrans individuals face elevated health risks and socio-environmental challenges, influencing their engagement in health-protective behaviors (e.g. exercise and nutrition). Despite these challenges, there is a significant gap in understanding the specific eating and exercise experiences of Australian trans adults, including barriers to healthy behaviors and healthcare experiences. This study aims to address this gap by exploring these experiences, informing targeted interventions and healthcare practices to improve health outcomes.