Research Impact: This is the first systematic review to narratively synthesize available evidence from 28 studies of post-primary school-based suicide prevention (PSSP) on suicidal thoughts and behaviors among 47,000 participants. Findings showed significant improvements, poor […]
The Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences invites applicants for the MSc Applied Sports Coaching. This innovative part-time two-year postgraduate programme will give 15-20 experienced coaches the opportunity to enhance their practice through engagement […]
The COVID-19-pandemic may give a different impression, but non-communicable diseases are by far the leading cause of disability and death in Europe. New research shows: These diseases are much better prevented by policies that tackle […]
At the PEPAYS forum hosted at the University of Limerick on June 11th, I facilitated a session discussing Priorities for Research in Youth Sport in Ireland. Consistent with the theme of the conference, which was […]
Research Impact: Benefits of exercise in multiple sclerosis (MS) are well-established, but clarity on safety is a hurdle in exercise prescription. Here we provide the protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis that will synthesize […]
The year 2020 has brought into focus the concept of wicked problems-seemingly intractable challenges that are both complex and interconnected with other problems. COVID-19 had demonstrated in dramatic terms how human health is interconnected to […]
Research Impact Summary: This paper explores the construction of the Leaving Certificate Physical Education (LCPE) specification and specifically, the influence of roles and power-ratios within the group (Physical Education Development Group – PEDG) responsible for such […]
Research Impact: Professional learning communities (PLCs), in various forms, as a venue for teachers’ professional development (PD) and learning have been the subject of increasing interest over the last decade. Yet, little is known about […]
The National Council for Exercise and Fitness (NCEF) provides education and training in various aspects of exercise and health fitness from L.6 Certificate to L.8 B.Sc. Areas include Fitness Instructor/Gym Instructor, Personal Trainer, Pilates Specialist […]
What is social psychology? Social psychology is the scientific study of how people think about each other, influence each other and relate to one another. Importantly, it focuses on people in context. We can break […]
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