Addressing The Hidden Epidemic Of Child And Adolescent Trauma
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$645,205.00
Summary
It is critical to address the hidden epidemic of child and adolescent trauma to improve the health and welfare of Australians. This research will not only enhance our understanding of the prevalence and impact of early trauma among Australians, but will also provide rigorous evidence for effective psychological interventions for the millions impacted by this significant and pervasive public health issue.
This program will expand research and policy development to overcome androgen misuse (off label testosterone prescribing for invalid indications) and combat androgen ('anabolic steroid') abuse for performance and image enhancement. Beyond expanding ongoing research, it will develop a new focus in developing drugs to accelerate recovery from androgen abuse, thereby preventing relapse during the slow natural recovery period typically lasting 6-18 months or longer
The Role Of Preconception And Perinatal Substance Use And Misuse In Childhood Social, Emotional And Behavioural Problems
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,562,250.00
Summary
This project will use perinatal and preconception data from three long-running Australian studies that have tracked the health and wellbeing of several thousand participants prior to parenthood. The aim is to understand how parental histories of substance use, and patterns of use during pregnancy, and in early life, shape offspring social, emotional and behavioural outcomes across childhood. Results will inform new approaches to preventing substance-related harms within and across generations.