Achieving better mental health for maltreated children: translating population data into policy [ 2018 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Melissa Green (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Kristin Laurens ,  Dr Amanda Neil ,  Prof Ilan Katz ,  Prof Vaughan Carr

Brief description This project uses linked population data to determine (a) the earliest indicators of risk of harm, and (b) mental health outcomes and health-care costs associated with children receiving child protection services, in partnership with the NSW department of Family and Community Services. The findings will ensure timely and effective responses to the most vulnerable children to mitigate adverse mental health and other outcomes associated with early life adversity.

Funding Amount $522,706.00

Funding Scheme Partnerships

Notes Partnership Project for Better Health