Valeria Skafida’s research into family meal habits using Growing up in Scotland data makes headlines again this week
‘Eating with parents boosts toddlers health’ finds study Observer, 6 May http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2013/may/05/healthy-eating-children-snacks
‘Chidlren who eat adult meals have healthier diets’ The Scotsman, … read more
Maintaining and extending ‘grandparent’-grandchild relationships
Applications are invited for a studentship looking at Growing Up in Scotland data, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). The project is a collaboration between the Centre for Research on Families … read more
‘Targets’ – a new film by Caroline King and artist Rosie Gibson, based on the findings of a Caroline’s PhD study into recent changes in health visiting policy and practice in Scotland.
“Eroded, demoralised, and not using our skills”, “risk … read more
The Growing up in Scotland research published by Valeria Skafida on children’s eating habits hit the headlines last week. Here’s a full summary of coverage:
‘Health value of traditional family meals is challenged‘ The Herald 24/04/13
‘ One … read more
Young children who eat the same meals as their parents are more likely to have healthier diets than those who eat different foods.
Read The Herald’s feature based on Growing up in Scotland research findings by Valeria Skafida, research fellow … read more
And what will be the legacy of Glasgow 2014? Read our latest CRFR Blog, by Liz Such, who is exploring the impact of of London 2012 on perception, intention or sporting action in young people’s lives
‘Inspire a generation’ … read more