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(AUT University; 2007)This research study examines the psychological and emotional experiences of children and parents as they embark on a permanent placement living arrangement. A permanent placement living arrangement is entered into when a ... -
(AUT University; 2008)Levels of participation in physical activity and sport by the New Zealand population are in decline, whilst the levels of sedentary behaviours are rising. Developing positive physical activity experiences, perceptions and ... -
(AUT University; 2008)This thesis seeks to assess the exposure of children in outdoor play areas of early childhood centres in Auckland City to traffic-related PM10 pollution. An estimated 400 premature deaths occur each year in New Zealand due ... -
(AUT University; 2010)Across the life course, social and cultural determinants of overweight and obesity need better understanding. Two out of three New Zealand (NZ) born Pacific children are either overweight or obese but little is known about ... -
(AUT University; 2010)Accumulation of excess body fat tracks from an early age and interventions aimed at preventing childhood obesity may need to begin early in life, particularly for children exposed to gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). ... -
(AUT University; 2010)This research evaluated the acceptability and effectiveness of Leaping Hurdles: an occupation-based anxiety and mood management group intervention for children aged 10-14 years, (alongside a parallel parenting group). The ... -
(AUT University; 2009)The literature indicates that children are highly influenced by product packaging and that it is the packaging that will make the product stand out from the crowd and hopefully making a sale. There have been a number of ... -
(AUT University; 2007)A qualitative descriptive approach was undertaken to explore the experience of eight registered nurses and two hospital play specialists who care for children hospitalised with burn injuries. The research participants were ... -
(AUT University; 2011)Time spent in sedentary behavior has been linked to negative health outcomes such as obesity and dislipidemia in children and adolescents. Interrupting sitting time has been shown to improve metabolic health in adults; ... -
(AUT University; 2012)Children’s use of contemporary technologies is a much debated topic in the literature. There are various opinions on the positive and negative effects of technology on childhood development. Much of this literature appears ...