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OpenAIR@RGU is the open access institutional repository of Robert Gordon University. It contains examples of research outputs produced by staff and research students, as well as related information about the university's funded projects and staff research interests. Further information is available in the repository policy. Any questions about submissions to the repository or problems with access to any of its content should be sent to the Publications Team at publications@rgu.ac.uk



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Mental health service use in children at risk of significant harm: a record linkage study of a child protection register. (2024)
Journal Article
BALL, W.P., ANDERSON, C., BLACK, C., GORDON, S., LACKENBY, M., MURCHIE, M., OSTROVSKA, B., O'SULLIVAN, K., ROWLANDS, H., RZEWUSKA DÍAZ, M. and BUTLER, J.E. [2024]. Mental health service use in children at risk of significant harm: a record linkage study of a child protection register. Social science and medicine [online], Articles in Press. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2024.117057

Children with experience of maltreatment, abuse or neglect have higher prevalence of poor mental health. In the United Kingdom, child protection services identify children at risk of significant harm on the Child Protection Register (CPR) and interve... Read More about Mental health service use in children at risk of significant harm: a record linkage study of a child protection register..

Nanomechanical and structural characteristics of nanodiamond composite films dependent on target-substrate distance. (2024)
Journal Article
EGIZA, M., DIAB, M.R., MURASAWA, K., NARAGINO, H. and YOSHITAKE, T. [2024]. Nanomechanical and structural characteristics of nanodiamond composite films dependent on target-substrate distance. Arabian journal for science and engineering [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13369-024-09161-9

This study explores the optimization of target-substrate distance (TSD) in coaxial arc plasma deposition technique for depositing nanodiamond composite (NDC) films on unheated WC–Co substrates, with a focus on enhancing properties relevant to cutting... Read More about Nanomechanical and structural characteristics of nanodiamond composite films dependent on target-substrate distance..

The influence of antenatal relaxation classes on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: a qualitative study. (2024)
Journal Article
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. [2024]. The influence of antenatal relaxation classes on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: a qualitative study. Journal of reproductive and infant psychology [online], (accepted). To be made available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/02646838.2024.2369937

There is growing evidence that antenatal education incorporating relaxation practices can positively influence perinatal psychological wellbeing. However, a paucity of qualitative research is evident. Gaining insight into how and why such education m... Read More about The influence of antenatal relaxation classes on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experiences: a qualitative study..

A pharmacist clinician model as part of a collaborative clinical workforce: a philosophical critique. (2024)
Journal Article
RUSHWORTH, G.F., FORSYTH, P., RADLEY, A., DUGGAN, C., SAMPSON, R., CUNNINGHAM, S. and MAGUIRE, B. [2024]. A pharmacist clinician model as part of a collaborative clinical workforce: a philosophical critique. Research in social and administrative pharmacy [online], Articles in Press. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sapharm.2024.06.006

The term "clinician" is not reserved for any healthcare professional group. However, there is a general acceptance that a clinician would have the knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to clinically assess and manage a patient autonomously.... Read More about A pharmacist clinician model as part of a collaborative clinical workforce: a philosophical critique..

Assessing the impact: a 2024 perspective on Scotland's Hate Crime and Public Order Act of 2021. (2024)
Journal Article
MAK, C.H.W. 2024. Assessing the impact: a 2024 perspective on Scotland's Hate Crime and Public Order Act of 2021. Scots law times [online], 2024(19), pages 83-85. Available from: https://uk.westlaw.com

The author reviews the background of the the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021 and it's impact and complexity of implementation. The primary objective of the law was to offer enhanced protection for victims and communities by consolidat... Read More about Assessing the impact: a 2024 perspective on Scotland's Hate Crime and Public Order Act of 2021..