Overview
Background
Amy is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work and an Honorary Research Fellow in 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 research aims to improve heatlh and developmental outcomes for children and thier families. Areas of focus include the use of evidence-based parenting support to improve outcomes for children with chronic health and developmental conditions (e.g., asthma, eczema, type 1 diabetes, autism spectrum disorder), 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).
Availability
- Dr Amy Mitchell is:
- 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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2019
Journal Article
A randomised controlled trial of SMS reminders for routine asthma care in an Australian general practice
Mitchell, Benjamin L., Carter, John and Mitchell, Amy E. (2019). A randomised controlled trial of SMS reminders for routine asthma care in an Australian general practice. Australian Journal of General Practice, 48 (9), 626-630. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-02-19-4848
2019
Conference Publication
Psychological interventions for mothers of young children with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Kulasinghe, K., Whittingham, K., Mitchell, A.E. and Boyd, R. (2019). Psychological interventions for mothers of young children with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Children’s Health Precinct HDR Student Symposium, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 29 August 2019.
2019
Journal Article
Parenting and child behaviour as predictors of toothbrushing difficulties in young children
Berzinski, Mikaela, Morawska, Alina, Mitchell, Amy E. and Baker, Sabine (2019). Parenting and child behaviour as predictors of toothbrushing difficulties in young children. International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, 30 (1) ipd.12570, 75-84. doi: 10.1111/ipd.12570
2019
Journal Article
Promoting Children’s Healthy Habits Through Self-Regulation Via Parenting
Baker, Sabine, Morawska, Alina and Mitchell, Amy (2019). Promoting Children’s Healthy Habits Through Self-Regulation Via Parenting. Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review, 22 (1), 52-62. doi: 10.1007/s10567-019-00280-6
2018
Conference Publication
Parenting and child behaviour as predictors of tooth brushing difficulties in young children
Berzinski, M., Morawska, A., Baker, S. and Mitchell, A. E. (2018). Parenting and child behaviour as predictors of tooth brushing difficulties in young children. 39th AACBT National Conference, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 25-27 October 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Parenting and child behaviour barriers to managing screen time in young children
Halpin, S., Mitchell, A. E., Baker, S. and Morawska, A. (2018). Parenting and child behaviour barriers to managing screen time in young children. 39th AACBT National Conference, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 25-27 October 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Does integrating a parenting support program into paediatric eczema care services improve treatment outcomes? Protocol of a randomised controlled trial
Mitchell, A., Morawska, A. and Casey, E. (2018). Does integrating a parenting support program into paediatric eczema care services improve treatment outcomes? Protocol of a randomised controlled trial. 39th AACBT National Conference, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 25-27 October 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Promoting healthy habits in childhood: easy in theory, not so easy in practice
Baker, S., Morawska, A. and Mitchell, A. E. (2018). Promoting healthy habits in childhood: easy in theory, not so easy in practice. 39th AACBT National Conference, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 25-27 October 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Encouraging healthy habits in early childhood: Insights from an Australian parent survey
Baker, S., Morawska, A. and Mitchell, A. (2018). Encouraging healthy habits in early childhood: Insights from an Australian parent survey. International Society for the Study of Behavioural Development Conference, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 15-19 July 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Relationships between parenting behaviours and health-related outcomes for children with type 1 diabetes: Implications for health and development
Mitchell, A., Morawska, A. and Sabri, S. (2018). Relationships between parenting behaviours and health-related outcomes for children with type 1 diabetes: Implications for health and development. International Society for the Study of Behavioural Development Conference, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 15-19 July 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Predictors of adjustment problems for children with asthma and/or eczema
Morawska, A. and Mitchell, A. (2018). Predictors of adjustment problems for children with asthma and/or eczema. International Society for the Study of Behavioural Development Conference, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 15-19 July 2018.
2018
Journal Article
Bidirectional relationships between psychological health and dermatological conditions in children
Mitchell, Amy E (2018). Bidirectional relationships between psychological health and dermatological conditions in children. Psychology Research and Behavior Management, 11, 289-298. doi: 10.2147/prbm.s117583
2018
Journal Article
Development and validation of a measure assessing child diabetes behavior: the Diabetes Behavior Checklist
Lohan, Aditi, Morawska, Alina and Mitchell, Amy E. (2018). Development and validation of a measure assessing child diabetes behavior: the Diabetes Behavior Checklist. Comprehensive Child and Adolescent Nursing, 41 (2), 111-127. doi: 10.1080/24694193.2017.1323978
2018
Conference Publication
A randomized controlled trial of SMS reminders for routine asthma care in Australian general practice
Mitchell, B., Carter, J. and Mitchell, A. E. (2018). A randomized controlled trial of SMS reminders for routine asthma care in Australian general practice. Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) Queensland 60th Clinical Update, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 5-6 May 2018.
2018
Journal Article
Feasibility and acceptability of a brief online self-compassion intervention for mothers of infants
Mitchell, Amy E., Whittingham, Koa, Steindl, Stanley and Kirby, James (2018). Feasibility and acceptability of a brief online self-compassion intervention for mothers of infants. Archives of Women's Mental Health, 21 (5), 1-9. doi: 10.1007/s00737-018-0829-y
2018
Conference Publication
Parents’ experiences with encouraging healthy habits in young children: An Australian cross-sectional parent survey
Baker, S., Morawska, A. and Mitchell, A. (2018). Parents’ experiences with encouraging healthy habits in young children: An Australian cross-sectional parent survey. Helping Families Change Conference, Santa Rosa, CA United States, 28 February - 2 March 2018.
2018
Conference Publication
Positive Parenting for Healthy Living (Triple P): Preliminary Findings From a Randomised Controlled Trial of a Brief Group Program for Parents of Children With Type 1 Diabetes
Morawska, A., Mitchell, A., Lohan, A., Filus, A., Sofronoff, K. and Batch, J. (2018). Positive Parenting for Healthy Living (Triple P): Preliminary Findings From a Randomised Controlled Trial of a Brief Group Program for Parents of Children With Type 1 Diabetes. Helping Families Change Conference, Santa Rosa, CA United States, 28 February - 2 March 2018.
2018
Book Chapter
Children's health, physical activity, and nutrition
Morawska, Alina and Mitchell, Amy E. (2018). Children's health, physical activity, and nutrition. Handbook of parenting and child development across the lifespan. (pp. 289-311) edited by Matthew R. Sanders and Alina Morawska. Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-94598-9_13
2017
Conference Publication
Randomised controlled trial of Positive Parenting For Healthy Living (Triple P) for parents of children with type 1 diabetes
Mitchell, A., Morawska, A., Lohan, A., Filus, A., Sofronoff, K. and Batch, J. (2017). Randomised controlled trial of Positive Parenting For Healthy Living (Triple P) for parents of children with type 1 diabetes. 38th National Conference of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy, Sydney, NSW Australia, 26-27 October 2017.
2017
Conference Publication
Do fathers report benefits from brief parenting intervention?
Morawska, A., Mitchell, A., Burgess, S. and Fraser, J. (2017). Do fathers report benefits from brief parenting intervention?. 38th National Conference of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy, Sydney, NSW Australia, 26-27 October 2017.
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Amy Mitchell is:
- Available for supervision
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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
Exploring wellbeing in young people treated for cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Stefanie Plage, Dr Jemma Venables
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring wellbeing in young people treated for cancer
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Stefanie Plage, Dr Jemma Venables
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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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Doctor Philosophy
AutInsight: Development of a Consumer-Informed Parent Support Program for Parents of Autistic Children
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Koa Whittingham
Completed supervision
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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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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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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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