Midwives are in a unique position to support mothers in the initiation of breastfeeding. In order to advise and support mothers effectively it is important that midwives have a sound understanding of the evidence base ...

It is generally recognized that the first year of teaching is a critical time in the professional life of a teacher. It is a major life change from the role of student to teacher and working adult, from one who is guided ...

Exposure to parental intimate partner violence (parental IPV) is a complex trauma. Research within social psychology establishes that identification with social groups impacts positively on how we appraise, respond to and ...

The proposed changes in the further education sector, including the rationalisation of the VEC’s into Local Education and Training Boards (LETBs) and the closures of the Senior Traveller Training Centres (STECs, have ...

Although many professionals do not agree on the goals of physical educaion programs for children, they can acknowledge when a program is succes fuI in eaching its stated goals. Thus, quality refers to the attainment of ...

In an attempt to prove that counselling works for reducing drinking in concurrent problem alcohol and illicit drug users, Jan Klimas ended up on a journey through research and review

Background: Burkholderia contaminans is an emerging pathogen in the cystic fibrosis (CF) setting. Included in the Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc), B. contaminans is a Gram negative, motile, obligate aerobe previously ...

Focus groups are used by researchers in the social and behavioural sciences to explore phenomena and are accepted as a legitimate qualitative methodology. The primary goal of focus groups is to use interaction data resulting ...

Reflective practice is a learning strategy that involves thinking critically about one’s actions and is a recognised cornerstone of continuing professional development or CPD.1 With the present climate of accountability, ...

Patient safety and medication safety are inherently linked. Medication management by healthcare professionals is one area where patient safety can be protected and enhanced. It is imperative that the nursing profession ...