Examining contemporary child development literature on the subject of father involvement in children’s education and upbringing, and associated life outcomes.
The impact of gaming on children and young people
Exploring the potential positive and negative impacts of gaming on children and young people, with focus on the game Fornite in particular.
How can occupational therapy be used to support people in schools?
Exploring misconceptions students hold about career choice, variables affecting career planning, and solutions to engage all students in the lead up to post school transitions.
Why we need career conversations for positive transitions
Exploring misconceptions students hold about career choice, variables affecting career planning, and solutions to engage all students in the lead up to post school transitions.
Outdoor Journeys: relevance within practice for children and young people
Exploring the underlying evidence to underpin the implementation of the Outdoor Journeys programme with children and young people.
An exploration of parental engagement in primary schools
Critically exploring the literature on parental engagement in primary schools in the UK and Ireland, looking specifically at the barriers to engagement and how these could possibly be overcome.
The effects of parental substance misuse on the lives of children & young people
Examining the effects of parental substance misuse on the lives of children and young people, with particular attention to its effects on children’s educational attainment.
What are the vital ingredients required for local people to come together and make positive social change?
These findings explore the best practices within the government and the third sector to help encourage citizens to participate in their communities.
Outreach for at risk incoming secondary students
The transition from primary to secondary school is a crucial time for a young person. Scotland needs more services focused on positive transitions.
Young people’s primary to secondary school transitions: influences & effects
The transition from primary to secondary school can be a stressful time for young people. Poverty, education and anti-social behaviour are linked.