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Submission to the Australian Law Reform Commission: Justice Responses to Sexual Violence (Issues Paper 49)
Media Release – Ending Family Violence in Australia requires a new, combined approach
Cost Effectiveness of the NED campaign Explainer
Cost Effectiveness of the NED campaign
Separating from a partner
After a marriage or significant relationship breakup it may seem as if nothing in your life is stable: your home, your finances, your routines can all be turned upside down. You may feel as if you don’t even know yourself anymore and be worrying about the impacts of...
Children and Separation
Although parents are often upset and confused at this time, it is important to try to understand what your children are going through and to consider their feelings as well. Children have to deal with many changes and adjustments as a result of their parents...
What to do when you retire
When approaching any significant change in your life, preparation can go a long way in ensuring you’re ready for the road ahead. Transitioning into retirement can be exciting but also stressful and confusing. When people retire, those who have strong social support...
Empty Nesters
The natural transition period of children growing up, leading more independent lives and leaving the family home, can cause many parents to experience feelings of sadness, loneliness, loss of purpose and meaning, and anxiety over a child’s welfare. These feelings are...
Tips for new parents
There’s arguably no event in life more significant than the birth of your first child. For many, becoming a parent can be a joyful experience, but it’s not without its challenges. Despite the number of resources, books and opinions on parenting, nothing can truly...
Ending a relationship
Ending a relationship is a very stressful event in anyone’s life. If you have ended a relationship, you may have a confusing range of painful and distressing emotions and reactions. Normal reactions At times you may have felt: rage and anger, guilt and remorse, or...
Blended families
Blended families can take on many forms but will typically include a couple and their children from previous relationships, as well as children they may have had together. Although not all family members may be related biologically, they can still form close, loving...