Research on Infant Development
The Parent-Infant Research Institute (PIRI)
The Parent-Infant Research Institute (PIRI) has been established to oversee and build on the clinical and research work undertaken through the Infant Clinic, Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, Austin Health.
PIRI is a separate, incorporated body with an Advisory Board and aims to become the pre-eminent body conducting research into parent-infant difficulties including prematurity, risk screening, and early intervention following postnatal depression. PIRI's involvement has been integral in the development of the Baby2 programs which are focussed directly on parents, supporting them in bonding and productive play with their babies. |
