Review Article

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

Published in: Journal of Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Volume 36 , issue 1 , 2025 , pages: 1–60

DOI: 10.2989/17280583.2024.2385307

Author(s): Nelsensius Klau Fauk Torrens University Australia, Australia , Elsa Dent Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Australia , Paul Aylward Torrens University Australia, Australia , Paul Russell Ward Torrens University Australia, Australia , Jessica Tyndall Torrens University Australia, Australia , Lesli Kirwan Torrens University Australia, Australia , Lillian Mwanri Torrens University Australia, Australia

Keywords: CANZUS societies , indigenous youth , SEWB , social and emotional well-being

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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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