Review Article

Protective and risk factors for social and emotional well-being of Indigenous children and adolescents: A rapid review

DOI: 10.2989/17280583.2024.2385307
Author(s): Nelsensius Klau FaukTorrens University Australia, Australia, Elsa DentCaring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Australia, Paul AylwardTorrens University Australia, Australia, Paul Russell WardTorrens University Australia, Australia, Jessica TyndallTorrens University Australia, Australia, Lesli KirwanTorrens University Australia, Australia, Lillian MwanriTorrens University Australia, Australia,

Abstract

Background: Indigenous children and adolescents experience life circumstances that significantly affect their social and emotional well-being (SEWB) and limit their capacity to fulfil their potential. This contributes to inequities in health, education, employment, and justice system involvement.

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