Improving school transition by improving child sleep: a translational randomised trial [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Harriet Hiscock (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Lisa Gold ,  Dr Jon Quach ,  Prof Melissa Wake

Brief description A successful transition to school sets a child on a path for life. A poor transition can lead to early drop out, poor peer relationships and poor emotional skills. In 2008/09, we found that a brief sleep intervention for children improved key determinants of a successful transition including social-emotional functioning and parent mental health. We now plan to see if the same intervention, delivered by school nurses, can have a similar effect.

Funding Amount $AUD 745,827.19

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant