The Effects of Improved Sleep Education on the Wellbeing & Development of Infants & School Aged
Scholarship Description
In children, as in adults, poor sleep quality and quantity cab result in poorer neurosychological and psychosocial health, increased likelihood of sickness, depression and obesity. It is important to investigate ways to decrease the impact of poor sleep on children's development. To date there has been little research to investigate if improved sleep education can equate to improved sleep quality and quanity and subsequent changes to health outcomes such as cognitive function, school performance and more broadly behaviour mood and weight status. A series of randomised controlled trials to test the effect of a comprehensive sleep intervention delivered in school setting is the centre piece of this PhD Scholarship. It is hypothesised that the intervention will improve children's attitudes and knowledge, mediating changes in sleep behaviour. In turn, this may affect alertness, quality of life, weight status and all over health.
| Reference Number: | 4721 |
| Study Subject: | Sleep and Wellbeing |
| Provided By: | Samson Institute, University of South Australia, University of South Australia |
| To be undertaken at: | University of South Australia. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until December 30, 2010.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD27222 (minimum per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: BEHAVIOURAL AND COGNITIVE SCIENCES or MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand or AUS permanent resident can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr Sarah Blunden (Chief Investigator) UniSA Phone: 8302 1972 Email: sarah.blunden@unisa.edu.au |
| Main Contact Lilla Alexander (Project Officer) UniSA Phone: 8302 6624 Email: lilla.alexander@unisa.edu.au |