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Serotonin and aggressive behaviour in children and adolescents: a systematic review

Findings were mixed, with support both for negative and for positive associations of central nervous 5-HT function with aggression in children and adolescents

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Associations between school absence and academic achievement: Do socioeconomics matter?

School attendance should therefore be a priority for all schools, and not just those with high rates of absence or low average achievement.

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Risk factors for repetition of a deliberate self-harm episode within seven days in adolescents and young adults

The risk of repetition of deliberate self-harm peaks in the first 7 days after a deliberate self-harm episode.

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Cyber Agression

Information and communication technology has allowed individuals to engage in aggressive behavior on multiple distinct platforms with different capabilities

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Encouraging the positive use of technology through community engagement

This study utilises a community-level approach to develop resources to encourage cybersafety and a positive transition from primary to secondary school

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Childhood atopy and mental health: a prospective, longitudinal investigation

Findings are the first linking atopy (measured by both parent report and objective verification) with increased vulnerability to affective and anxiety problems

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Nowhere to Go and Nothing to Do but Sit? Youth Screen Time and the Association With Access to Neighborhood Destinations

With not much to do in their neighborhood, youth may spend more time in the home engaged in screen-based activities

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Reactive aggression in young patients with ADHD—a critical role for small provocations

ADHD is one of the most commonly diagnosed disorders in child and adolescent psychiatry and is characterized by attentional deficits, hyperactivity, and impulsivity

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How Australian Fathers Shape the Trajectory of their Children's Wellbeing

Fathers play a critical role in children’s development, yet remain under-represented in research and associated policy outcomes, leaving critical gaps in our understanding of the role and long-term impact of father involvement.

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Giving Voice to Rural and Regional Boys and Young Men and Supporting Parents to Prevent Tech-Based Abuse of Girls and Young Women

This project addresses the growing issue of technology-facilitated abuse against women and girls, particularly in regional Western Australian communities where risks are heightened, and access to support is limited.