Glossary of terms

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  • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

    A person who is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent; and identifies as an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person; and is accepted as such by the community in which s/he lives or has lived.
  • Adverse life event

    An incident within one’s life that has the potential to cause emotional upset, disruption, or negative health outcomes.
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