Overview
Background
Amy is an Associate Professor in the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work and affiliate of the Parenting and Family Support Centre at UQ. She is the recipient of consecutive Children's Hospital Foundation Early Career Fellowships (2018-2021, 2021-2022). Amy is a paediatric nurse and completed her PhD (Health) in 2011, for which she received the Executive Dean's Commendation for Higher Degree Research. Amy's productive program of interdisciplinary research draws on health and behavioural science methodologies to understand the role of parents and parenting in child health and development, identify targets for intervention, and develop and test evidence-based parenting support interventions to improve children’s health and developmental outcomes. Current areas of focus include the use of evidence-based parenting support to improve outcomes for children with chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, eczema, type 1 diabetes, PKU) and neurodevelopmental differences (e.g., autism), supporting families to develop healthy habits from early childhood (e.g., oral health, nutrition, screen use), and supporting parents in the transition to parenthood (e.g., perinatal mental health, breastfeeding). Amy is also the Program Lead for the Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA).
Availability
- Associate Professor Amy Mitchell is:
- Not available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, The University of Queensland
- Bachelor of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology
- Postgraduate Diploma, Queensland University of Technology
- Doctor of Philosophy, Queensland University of Technology
Research interests
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Paediatric chronic disease management
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Parenting of children with chronic health conditions
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Impact of transition to parenthood and early parenting experiences on infant and child health and wellbeing
Works
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2024
Conference Publication
RCT of ENACT – effects on maternal mental health and the parent-child relationship in families of infants at increased chance of autism
Kulasinghe, K., Whittingham, K. and Mitchell, A. E. (2024). RCT of ENACT – effects on maternal mental health and the parent-child relationship in families of infants at increased chance of autism. 12th Biennial Australian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine Conference, Cairns, QLD, Australia, 30 July-4 August 2024.
2024
Journal Article
Children born very or extremely preterm transitioning to school: a cross-sectional study examining predictors of school readiness, school adjustment, and support needs
Mitchell, Amy E., Armstrong, Rebecca, McBryde, Cathy, Morawska, Alina, Etel, Evren, Hurrion, Elizabeth M., McAuliffe, Tomomi and Johnston, Leanne (2024). Children born very or extremely preterm transitioning to school: a cross-sectional study examining predictors of school readiness, school adjustment, and support needs. Early Child Development and Care, 194 (7-8), 835-851. doi: 10.1080/03004430.2024.2352722
2024
Conference Publication
Parental acceptance and understanding of autistic children (PAUACS) – in instrument development study
Lee, S., Whittingham, K. and Mitchell, A. E. (2024). Parental acceptance and understanding of autistic children (PAUACS) – in instrument development study. International Society for Autism Research Annual Meeting (INSAR) 2024, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 15-18 May 2024.
2024
Journal Article
Brief parenting intervention (Triple P) for families of children with eczema: a randomized controlled trial
Mitchell, Amy E., Morawska, Alina, Casey, Emily, Forbes, Elana, Filus, Ania, Fraser, Jennifer, Rowell, David, Johnston, Aimee and Birch, Stephen (2024). Brief parenting intervention (Triple P) for families of children with eczema: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 49 (6), 429-441. doi: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsae023
2024
Journal Article
Moral distress among acute mental health nurses: A systematic review
Lamoureux, Sara, Mitchell, Amy E. and Forster, Elizabeth M. (2024). Moral distress among acute mental health nurses: A systematic review. Nursing Ethics, 31 (7), 1178-1195. doi: 10.1177/09697330241238337
2024
Journal Article
Digital health interventions for postoperative recovery in children: a systematic review
Plummer, Karin, Adina, Japheth, Mitchell, Amy E., Lee-Archer, Paul, Clark, Justin, Keyser, Janelle, Kotzur, Catherine, Qayum, Abdul and Griffin, Bronwyn (2024). Digital health interventions for postoperative recovery in children: a systematic review. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 132 (5), 886-898. doi: 10.1016/j.bja.2024.01.014
2024
Conference Publication
Burnout, flexibility and resilience: taking care of ourselves so we can take care of children and families
Whittingham, Koa, Mitchell, Amy, Barfoot, Jacqui and Kirby, Grace (2024). Burnout, flexibility and resilience: taking care of ourselves so we can take care of children and families. 12th Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine Biennial Conference, Cairns, QLD, Australia, 30 July 2024.
2023
Journal Article
“Their happiness, not neurotypical success”: autistic adults reflect on the parenting of autistic children
Lee, Jia Ying Sarah, Whittingham, Koa, Olson, Rebecca and Mitchell, Amy E. (2023). “Their happiness, not neurotypical success”: autistic adults reflect on the parenting of autistic children. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 55 (1), 339-352. doi: 10.1007/s10803-023-06188-z
2023
Conference Publication
“Their happiness, not neurotypical success”: Autistic adults reflect on their experiences of being parented in childhood
Lee, S., Whittingham, K. and Mitchell, A. E. (2023). “Their happiness, not neurotypical success”: Autistic adults reflect on their experiences of being parented in childhood. Australasian Society for Autism Research Conference, Christchurch, New Zealand, 6-7 December 2023.
2023
Journal Article
Predictors of compassion satisfaction among healthcare professionals working in intensive care units: A cross-sectional study
Unjai, Supan, Forster, Elizabeth M., Mitchell, Amy E. and Creedy, Debra K. (2023). Predictors of compassion satisfaction among healthcare professionals working in intensive care units: A cross-sectional study. Intensive and Critical Care Nursing, 79 103509, 1-7. doi: 10.1016/j.iccn.2023.103509
2023
Journal Article
Supporting parents’ adjustment during the transition to parenthood
Morawska, Alina, Mitchell, Amy E. and Jackson, Caitlin (2023). Supporting parents’ adjustment during the transition to parenthood. Australian Journal of Child and Family Health Nursing, 20 (2). doi: 10.33235/ajcfhn.20.2.6-9
2023
Conference Publication
Looking after ourselves while we look after children and families: evaluating a wellbeing and resilience workshop for health practitioners working with children
Halog, B., Barfoot, J., Whittingham, K. and Mitchell, A. E. (2023). Looking after ourselves while we look after children and families: evaluating a wellbeing and resilience workshop for health practitioners working with children. Reimagine 2023, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 20-22 November 2023.
2023
Conference Publication
Burnout, flexibility and resilience: taking care of ourselves so we can take care of children and families
Whittingham, K., Mitchell, A. E., Barfoot, J., Mak, C. and Boyd, R. (2023). Burnout, flexibility and resilience: taking care of ourselves so we can take care of children and families. Reimagine 2023, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 20-22 November 2023.
2023
Conference Publication
Young children’s screen use: parental concerns and predictors of intention to change
Mitchell, A. E. and Morawska, A. (2023). Young children’s screen use: parental concerns and predictors of intention to change. 43rd Australian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy National Conference, Melbourne, VIC Australia, 19-20 October 2023.
2023
Conference Publication
Healthy Habits Triple P: Pilot of a novel online parenting intervention to support healthy screen use with young children
Mitchell, A. E., Morawska, A., Lee, J-Y. S., Tooth, L. and Donovan, C. (2023). Healthy Habits Triple P: Pilot of a novel online parenting intervention to support healthy screen use with young children. 43rd Australian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy National Conference, Melbourne, VIC Australia, 19-20 October 2023.
2023
Conference Publication
Understanding young children’s screen use: A theoretical model of factors influencing screen use
Morawska, A., Mitchell, A. E. and Tooth, L. (2023). Understanding young children’s screen use: A theoretical model of factors influencing screen use. 43rd Australian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy National Conference, Melbourne, VIC Australia, 19-20 October 2023.
2023
Conference Publication
Parental resources on children's screen use ignore a challenge many families face
Tooth, Leigh, Moss, Katrina, Hockey, Richard, Morawska, Alina, Mitchell, Amy and Mishra, Gita (2023). Parental resources on children's screen use ignore a challenge many families face. Australian Public Health Conference 2023, Hobart, TAS Australia, 26-28 September 2023.
2023
Journal Article
Predicting breastfeeding continuation to 6 and 12 months in an Australian context: a cross-sectional study
Mitchell, Amy E. and Whittingham, Koa (2023). Predicting breastfeeding continuation to 6 and 12 months in an Australian context: a cross-sectional study. Breastfeeding Review, 31 (2), 25-36.
2023
Conference Publication
Professional quality of life and psychological well-being for intensive care health professionals: Compassion satisfaction, resilience, and passion for work
Unjai, S., Forster, E., Mitchell, A. E. and Creedy, D. (2023). Professional quality of life and psychological well-being for intensive care health professionals: Compassion satisfaction, resilience, and passion for work. International Positive Psychology Association 8th World Congress, Vancouver, BC, Canada, 20-23 July 2023.
2023
Journal Article
Parent‐reported barriers to establishing a healthy diet with young children in Australia
Arthur, Sally, Mitchell, Amy E. and Morawska, Alina (2023). Parent‐reported barriers to establishing a healthy diet with young children in Australia. Child: Care, Health and Development, 49 (4), 669-678. doi: 10.1111/cch.13081
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Associate Professor Amy Mitchell is:
- Not available for supervision
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Master Philosophy
Enhancing paediatric nurse training practices in Australia for teaching Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) to children and their families; strategies to reduce peritonitis events
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Amanda Ullman
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Doctor Philosophy
Parenting intervention to promote positive food parenting practices and healthy eating behaviours in young children
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Alina Morawska
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Doctor Philosophy
Post-discharge Parenting Practices for Children with a Low Birthweight History in Extremely Poor Households: A Study from East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Alina Morawska
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring wellbeing in young people treated for cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Stefanie Plage, Associate Professor Jemma Venables
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Doctor Philosophy
GENDER INEQUALITY AND CHILD MALNUTRITION: A MIX METHODS STUDY IN EAST NUSA TENGGARA PROVINCE INDONESIA
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Alina Morawska
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Doctor Philosophy
The Transition to Motherhood for Women with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Perinatal Care, Psychotropic Medication Use, Birth Trauma and Mental Health Outcomes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Koa Whittingham
Completed supervision
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
AutInsight: Development of a Consumer-Informed Parent Support Program for Parents of Autistic Children
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Koa Whittingham
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Efficacy of parenting interventions for maternal perinatal depression and infant developmental outcomes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Divna Haslam, Professor Alina Morawska
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
ENACT (Environmental enrichment for infants, parenting with ACT): An Intervention for infants with an increased chance of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Koa Whittingham
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Parenting Interventions for Parents of Young Children with Type 1 Diabetes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Alina Morawska
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