The Developmental Outcomes Of Children With Mothers With Intellectual Disabilities And The Associated Risk And Protective Factors: Using Population Databases
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$67,477.00
Summary
environments. Little is known about factors that influence developmental outcomes of children living in these environments. Using population databases this study examines the developmental outcomes of children with parents with intellectual disabilities and the associated risk and protective factors on these outcomes. This will enable the development of appropriate interventions to provide supportive healthy living environments for these families.
The Effect Of Whole Body Vibration Training On Insulin Sensitivity In Overweight Adolescents
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$107,377.00
Summary
Obesity in children and adolescents is often associated with high insulin levels. Adolescents with high untreated insulin levels are likely to get Type 2 diabetes. Diet and exercise can improve obesity and reduce the high insulin levels. Exercise makes muscle which allows uptake of sugars more easily and this decreases insulin levels. We plan to see if whole body vibration training will lower insulin levels by increasing muscle size; thereby preventing Type 2 diabetes and complications.