Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Author "Devaney, Carmel"
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An exploration of early intervention for preschool children with additional needs in the family support context
Bonotto, Melissa (NUI Galway, 2023-10-09)Early intervention for young children with additional needs is an important area of policy and practice in the Irish context. While there is strong evidence suggesting the importance of early intervention for this cohort, ... -
An exploration of sexual harassment among Irish adolescents: Experience and understanding
Walsh, Michelle (NUI Galway, 2020-10-01)There is a dearth of research relating to Irish adolescents’ experiences of sexual harassment RNCI (2014). The aim of this research study is to explore and give voice to Irish adolescents’ experiences and understanding of ... -
Family Support as an Approach to Working with Children and Families in Ireland: An Explorative Study of Past and Present Perspectives among Pioneers and Practitioners
Devaney, Carmel (2011-08-09)In Ireland, the value and merit of Family Support as an approach to working with children is debated and contested. From a policy and practice perspective, Family Support is at times recognised and applauded as a worthwhile ... -
An investigation into how family support provided by Ireland’s Child and Family Agency is represented in Ireland’s print media
O’Connor, Patricia (NUI Galway, 2021-04-21)The aim of this thesis is to critically analyse how the media portray family support provided by the Child and Family Agency (Tusla) in Ireland. In phase one, a newspaper content analysis was conducted on a broad range ... -
Motherhood, mothering and the Irish prison system
O'Malley, Sinead Mary (NUI Galway, 2018-10-16)While there have been some recent reflections on the Irish experience of supporting mothers facing adversity, there remains a dearth in research exposing the voices of vulnerable and marginalised mothers. This is undoubtedly ... -
Parenting in Ireland: Polish perspectives on child-rearing and help-seeking in a culturally diverse neighbourhood
Kealy, Carmen (NUI Galway, 2019-11-28)Despite Ireland’s ever-increasing cultural diversity over the last two decades, Irish social science research has yet to give sufficient attention to the actual life experiences of migrant parents. As a result, there is a ...