Question 5

a. Explain your understanding of what is meant by "Stolen Generations" in relation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

b. Explain the health impacts (physical and mental impacts) on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and their families due to forced separation, trauma and ongoing disadvantages.

c. How might this historical experience of trauma and disadvantage in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities impact them today? To answer this, you must consider the use of health services, education received, law and justice, and engaging with government services at present.