Dr Monica Cuskelly
Dr

Monica Cuskelly

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Background

Down syndrome

Dr Cuskelly is the Director of the long running Down Syndrome Research Program based at The University of Queensland. In addition to her interests in the development of individuals with Down syndrome she has research interests in the psycho-social functioning of individuals with intellectual disability, family functioning in families with a child with a disability, and self-regulation and mastery motivation in vulnerable groups.

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Dr Monica Cuskelly is:
Available for supervision
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Fields of research

Clinical sciences Education

Research interests

  • Development of individuals with Down syndrome

    Program of research that includes a longitudinal study of cognition, motor development and adaptive behaviour that has been in operation for 40 years. Research has also focused on self-regulation, mastery motivation and psycho-social functioning.

  • Family functioning in families with a child with a disability

    Experience of family members, including siblings, of having a child with a disability in the family.

  • Development and self-regulation in vulnerable populations

    Research has focused on children with intellectual disability, but has also included children born prematurely

  • Aspirations for the future of young people with intelelctual dsiability and their families

    Examination of aspirations and the facilitators and barriers to achieving a full and satisfying life as an adult.

Search Professor Monica Cuskelly’s works on UQ eSpace

200 works between 1991 and 2024
All (200) Journal Article (135) Book Chapter (19) Conference Publication (34) Book (7) Other Outputs (2) Edited Outputs (3)

101 - 120 of 200 works

2009

Journal Article

Readers' Responsibilities

Cuskelly, Monica (2009). Readers' Responsibilities. International Journal of Disability Development and Education, 56 (1), 1-3. doi: 10.1080/10349120802681556

Readers' Responsibilities

2009

Conference Publication

Strategy use of children with Down syndrome in a delay of gratification situation

Cuskelly, M, Gilmore, L, Jobling, A and Glenn, S (2009). Strategy use of children with Down syndrome in a delay of gratification situation. 2nd IASSID Asia-Pacific Regional Conference, Singapore, 24-27 June 2009. Hoboken, NJ, United States: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing.

Strategy use of children with Down syndrome in a delay of gratification situation

2009

Book Chapter

Disability: Characteristics, contexts and consequences

Cuskelly, M., Grace, R. and Hayes, A. (2009). Disability: Characteristics, contexts and consequences. Children, Families & Communities: Contexts and Consequences. (pp. 39-58) edited by J. Bowes and R. Grace. South Melbourne, Vic.: Oxford University Press Australia & New Zealand.

Disability: Characteristics, contexts and consequences

2009

Conference Publication

Do children and adolescents with Down syndrome have deficits in motivation?

Gilmore, Linda and Cuskelly, Monica (2009). Do children and adolescents with Down syndrome have deficits in motivation?. 2nd IASSID Asia-Pacific Regional Conference Singapore, Singapore, 24-27 June 2009. Hobokenn, NJ, U.S.A.: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-1130.2009.00210.x

Do children and adolescents with Down syndrome have deficits in motivation?

2009

Journal Article

Maternal support for autonomy: Relationships with persistence for children with Down syndrome and typically developing children

Gilmore, Linda, Cuskelly, Monica, Jobling, Anne and Hayes, Alan (2009). Maternal support for autonomy: Relationships with persistence for children with Down syndrome and typically developing children. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 30 (5), 1023-1033. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2009.02.005

Maternal support for autonomy: Relationships with persistence for children with Down syndrome and typically developing children

2009

Journal Article

Factor structure of the parenting sense of competence scale using a normative sample

Gilmore, L. and Cuskelly, M. (2009). Factor structure of the parenting sense of competence scale using a normative sample. Child Care Health and Development, 35 (1), 48-55. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2214.2008.00867.x

Factor structure of the parenting sense of competence scale using a normative sample

2009

Conference Publication

Challenging the myths and redressing the missteps in family research

Cuskelly, Monica (2009). Challenging the myths and redressing the missteps in family research. 2nd International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disabilities (IASSID) Asia-Pacific Regional Conference, Singapore, 24-27 June 2009. Hoboken, NJ, United States: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-1130.2009.00211.x

Challenging the myths and redressing the missteps in family research

2009

Journal Article

A longitudinal study of motivation and competence in children with Down syndrome: Early childhood to early adolescence

Gilmore, L. and Cuskelly, M. (2009). A longitudinal study of motivation and competence in children with Down syndrome: Early childhood to early adolescence. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 53 (5), 484-492. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2788.2009.01166.x

A longitudinal study of motivation and competence in children with Down syndrome: Early childhood to early adolescence

2008

Journal Article

A lasting legacy

Cuskelly, Monica (2008). A lasting legacy. International Journal of Disability Development and Education, 55 (4), 287-288. doi: 10.1080/10349120802489430

A lasting legacy

2008

Journal Article

Influences on mothers' employment when children have disabilities

Gordon, Megan, Cuskelly, Monica and Rosenman, Linda (2008). Influences on mothers' employment when children have disabilities. Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disabilities, 5 (3), 203-210. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-1130.2008.00174.x

Influences on mothers' employment when children have disabilities

2008

Journal Article

Loneliness and life satisfaction of boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder: The impact of leisure participation and perceived freedom in leisure

Poulsen, Anne A., Ziviani, Jenny M., Johnson, Helen and Cuskelly, Monica (2008). Loneliness and life satisfaction of boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder: The impact of leisure participation and perceived freedom in leisure. Human Movement Science, 27 (2), 325-343. doi: 10.1016/j.humov.2008.02.004

Loneliness and life satisfaction of boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder: The impact of leisure participation and perceived freedom in leisure

2008

Journal Article

Leisure Time Physical Activity Energy Expenditure in Boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder: The Role of Peer Relations Self-Concept Perceptions

Poulsen, A. A., Ziviani, J. M. and Cuskelly, M. (2008). Leisure Time Physical Activity Energy Expenditure in Boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder: The Role of Peer Relations Self-Concept Perceptions. OTJR: Occupation, Participation and Health, 28 (1), 30-39. doi: 10.3928/15394492-20080101-05

Leisure Time Physical Activity Energy Expenditure in Boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder: The Role of Peer Relations Self-Concept Perceptions

2008

Conference Publication

Picked last or not at all: An added risk factor for boys with developmental coordination disorder

Poulsen, A. A., Ziviani, J. M., Johnson, H. and Cuskelly, M. (2008). Picked last or not at all: An added risk factor for boys with developmental coordination disorder. OT Australia 23rd National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne, Australia, 11-13 September, 2008.

Picked last or not at all: An added risk factor for boys with developmental coordination disorder

2008

Conference Publication

Child characteristics associated with delay of gratification in children with Down syndrome

Gilmore, L., Cuskelly, M., Jobling, A., Glenn, S. and Martin, V. (2008). Child characteristics associated with delay of gratification in children with Down syndrome. IASSID 13th World Congress, Cape Town, South Africa, 15-30 August 2008. Oxford, England, U. K.: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd.. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2788.2008.01086.x

Child characteristics associated with delay of gratification in children with Down syndrome

2007

Journal Article

Boys with developmental coordination disorder: Loneliness and team sport participation

Poulsen, Anne A., Ziviani, Jenny M., Cuskelly, Monica and Smith, Rachel (2007). Boys with developmental coordination disorder: Loneliness and team sport participation. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61 (4), 463-474. doi: 10.5014/ajot.61.4.451

Boys with developmental coordination disorder: Loneliness and team sport participation

2007

Journal Article

Constrained labour: Maternal employment when children have disabilities

Gordon, M., Rosenman, L. S. and Cuskelly, M. M. (2007). Constrained labour: Maternal employment when children have disabilities. Journal of Applied Research In Intellectual Disabilities, 20 (3), 236-246. doi: 10.1111/j.1468-3148.2006.00325.x

Constrained labour: Maternal employment when children have disabilities

2007

Conference Publication

Loneliness: Leisure participation, perceived freedom in leisure and life satisfaction of boys with DCD

Poulsen, A. A., Ziviani, J. M. and Cuskelly, M. (2007). Loneliness: Leisure participation, perceived freedom in leisure and life satisfaction of boys with DCD. 7th International Conference on Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 6-9 February 2007.

Loneliness: Leisure participation, perceived freedom in leisure and life satisfaction of boys with DCD

2007

Conference Publication

Sports participation of Australian boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder. Embracing cultural diversity through innovative practice

Poulsen, A., Ziviani, J. and Cuskelly, M. (2007). Sports participation of Australian boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder. Embracing cultural diversity through innovative practice. 4th Asia-Pacific Occupational Therapy Congress (APOTC'07), Hong Kong, 23-26 June 2007. Hong Kong: Hong Kong OT Association.

Sports participation of Australian boys with Developmental Coordination Disorder. Embracing cultural diversity through innovative practice

2007

Journal Article

Perceived freedom in leisure and physical co-ordination ability: impact on out-of-school activity participation and life satisfaction

Poulsen, A. A., Ziviani, J. M. and Cuskelly, M. (2007). Perceived freedom in leisure and physical co-ordination ability: impact on out-of-school activity participation and life satisfaction. Child: Care, Health and Development, 33 (4), 432-440. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2214.2007.00730.x

Perceived freedom in leisure and physical co-ordination ability: impact on out-of-school activity participation and life satisfaction

2007

Journal Article

Self-imposed delay of gratification in adolescents with Down Syndrome

Cuskelly, M. M. and Stubbins, P. (2007). Self-imposed delay of gratification in adolescents with Down Syndrome. Journal on Developmental Disabilities, 12 (1-Supplement 2), 19-28.

Self-imposed delay of gratification in adolescents with Down Syndrome

Past funding

  • 2012 - 2016
    Constructing futures: An investigation of the aspirations of young adults with an intellectual disability and their parents
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2012
    Constructing futures: Career development of individuals with an intellectual disability
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2016
    Evaluation of the Evolve behaviour support service
    Disability Services Queensland
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2016
    Early intervention services for children with a physical disability
    Disability Services Queensland
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2009
    Self-regulation in very low birthweight/very preterm 2 and 4 year olds: A comparison study.
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005
    RDG_Enabling Grant_Strategic
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2006
    The development of the capacity to delay gratification in children with an intellectual disability
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2003
    The effectiveness of person-centred planning on the quality of life of adults with an intellectual disability living in the community
    ARC Collaborative Grant (SPIRT)
    Open grant
  • 2000
    What factors are associated with healthy eating and physical activity in young people with Down Syndrome?
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1999
    A cross-cultural study of self-imposed delay of gratification
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1999
    Control of pituitary hormone secretion by PACAP
    Mayne Bequest Fund
    Open grant
  • 1999
    Evaluation of the newly discovered prolactin releasing peptides (PRP31 and PRP20)
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1999
    The developmental progression of motovation over the early years of schooling: Personal characteristics, parental influences, and academic experience
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1998
    Polactin expression during lactation in the marsupial brushtail possum
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1998
    Pregnancy and Lactation in the Marsupial Bandicoot, Isoodon Macrourus
    UQ External Support Enabling Grant
    Open grant
  • 1997
    Dopamine and noradrenaline as prolactin release-inhibiting factors
    UQ External Support Enabling Grant
    Open grant
  • 1997 - 1999
    Dopamine D1 receptors in the ventromedial hypothalamus and the control of prolactin secretion
    NHMRC Project Grant
    Open grant
  • 1997
    Health knowledge and bebaviours in adolescents with down syndrome
    University of Queensland New Staff Research Grant
    Open grant
  • 1997
    Hypothalamic neuropeptides that rugulate pituitary hormone secretion
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1995 - 1997
    Hormonal control of growth and organ development in the brushtail possum
    ARC Australian Research Council (Large grants)
    Open grant
  • 1995
    Maternal support for exploratory behaviour: Implications for mastery motivation
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1995 - 1997
    Parenting employment-decisions and family functioning in community context: Normative features and disability specific factors
    ARC Australian Research Council (Large grants)
    Open grant

Availability

Dr Monica Cuskelly is:
Available for supervision

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Supervision history

Completed supervision

Enquiries

Contact Dr Monica Cuskelly directly for media enquiries about:

  • Children and motivation
  • Developmental psychology
  • Disability - family relationships
  • Down syndrome - development
  • Family relationships and children with disabilities
  • Motivation - in children
  • Psychology - developmental

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