The Effects of Hospital-Based School Lessons on Children’s Emotions, Distress and Pain
On July 14, 2024Source: Continuity in EducationBy Enrica CiucciLessons conducted in hospitals ensure school continuity for hospitalized children unable to attend regular school. Hospital-based school (HS) provides a tailored experience that ensures normality for… Read more
Achieving a Brighter Future: A Career-Focused Mentoring Program Designed for Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer
On June 16, 2024Source: Continuity in EducationBy Sidney KushnerDespite high survival rates for many adolescent or young adult (AYA) cancer diagnoses, the psychosocial, academic, and vocational repercussions for survivors are profound and enduring. Hospital system… Read more
Qualitative Study Examining Attendance for Secondary School Pupils With Long-Term Physical Health Conditions
On May 14, 2024Source: Continuity in EducationBy Vicky HopwoodFor some children and young people (CYP) with long-term physical health conditions (LTPHCs) attending school can be difficult. There is a lack of evidence documenting their school attendance experienc… Read more
Psychological and Pedagogical Support for Parents of Children with Special Educational Needs
On April 15, 2024Source: Continuity in EducationBy Zauresh IssabayevaThis study primarily aimed to develop a program that aids parents of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), placing emphasis on the challenges encountered in communication and understanding. T… Read more
The Professional Development Needs of Hospital Teachers in Ireland: An Exploratory Case Study
On April 14, 2024Source: Continuity in EducationBy Fergal McNamaraIn Ireland, hospital schools comprise a very small component of the overall primary and post-primary education system. Indeed, there are only seven hospital schools employing a total of 21 teachers na… Read more