Australian Child Maltreatment Study (ACMS)

Abstract

The Australian Child Maltreatment Study (ACMS) is a comprehensive national research project on child maltreatment in Australia. Published findings reveal the prevalence of physical, sexual, emotional abuse, neglect, and exposure to domestic violence, examining their long-term effects on health and social outcomes. ACMS provides critical data that informs policy reform and supports practitioner education, aiming to improve child protection and responses to maltreatment. Recent updates cover diverse factors related to gender, disclosure of abuse, and mental health correlations, presenting both national and international implications.