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Dr. Eleanor Hollywood

Associate Professor (School of Nursing & Midwifery)
DOLIER STREET - SCHOOL OF NURSING
      
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Dr. Eleanor Hollywood

Associate Professor (School of Nursing & Midwifery)
DOLIER STREET - SCHOOL OF NURSING

 Eleanor.Hollywood@tcd.ie

 3531896 3101


Eleanor Hollywood is an Associate Professor in Children's Nursing and an active researcher in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin. She is a Registered General Nurse (RGN), a Registered Children's Nurse (RCN) and a Registered Nurse Tutor (RNT) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Eleanor holds a PhD from Trinity College Dublin, a MSc (Nursing Education), a Higher Diploma in Children's Nursing and a BSc (Nursing). Eleanor previously served as Head of Discipline for children's nursing from 2012-2016 and is now the Course Co-ordinator P/G Dip Specialist Nursing including Gerontology. She is also the Course Director for the new micro-credential `Childhood Adversity: understanding the impact of childhood adversity on the life of the infant, child, and young person' which commenced in September 2024.
  CHILD   Child centred research questions, study design, data analysis   CHILDHOOD   Childhood obesity   Children   Children's Nursing   Children's Rights   Clinical learning environment in nursing   Dermatology   Domestic Violence   FAMILY   Family-centered care   Health outcomes   International children's research   Neonatal Nursing   Nurse Education   Nursing   PERSISTENT POVERTY   Poverty & Social Exclusion   TYPE 1 DIABETES
Project Title
 Children who live in disadvantaged areas: a case study of the health and well-being related perceptions and experiences of school-aged children and their families.
From
September 2011
To
December 2019
Summary
Background: Recent times have witnessed the development of a new appreciation towards child health and well-being and consequently there has been an upsurge of research concerning various aspects of children's lives. Positive health in childhood sets the scene for good health in adulthood which is beneficial for all of society. There are however disparities in child health, and the social determinants of health such as the circumstances into which children are born, grow up and live in, are all influenced by economic, political and social forces, thus collectively shaping child health and well-being. The aim of the study presented in this thesis was to explore the health and well-being related perceptions and experiences of school-aged children and their families, who live in areas of urban disadvantage. Although much of the research to date concerning children's lives aims to better understand children's lives it remains that little is known about the lives of children who live in disadvantaged areas. Methodology: Case study research was adopted to achieve the study objectives which encompassed the exploration of 'family' and 'health' with children and families from areas of urban disadvantage. The case in this research is a single case which is comprised of a unit of analysis (15 participating families) and sub-units of analysis (fieldnotes and archival records). Data collection consisted of face-to-face interviews with children, parents and grandparents, recording of study fieldnotes and the collection of archival data. Thematic analysis was employed to analyse the variety of data sources. Findings: Findings indicate that children view their personal family composition very differently to adults. Family support exists in various formats within families which contributes positively to child health and well-being. Children in the study demonstrated a holistic understanding of health and view the concepts of health and well-being interchangeably. Maternal grandparents occupy a special place in the life of the child who lives in an urban disadvantaged area. Parenting issues are exacerbated by financial constraints experienced by families. The study found that the greatest challenge for parents of children from areas of urban disadvantage is keeping their children safe from drugs and drug related activity. Children view their area in a mostly positive light however, adults have mixed feelings about the area where they live. Conclusion: Living in an area of urban disadvantage poses many challenges for the school-aged child and their family. This research provides a unique picture of the perceptions and experiences of the school-aged child and family who live in an area of urban disadvantage thus contributing to a greater understanding of these children's lives.
Funding Agency
Self funded
Project Type
PhD Study
Project Title
 The Use of Technology in the Management of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) in the primary school environment: The Experiences of Irish school-aged children and their parents.
From
To
Summary
Funding Agency
SNM Research Capacity Building Scheme Seed Funding Call
Project Type
Seed Funding Scheme
Project Title
 Career Choices of Students Undertaking the BSc Children's and General Nursing Integrated Programme
From
September 2009
To
September 2010
Summary
The aim the study was to ascertain the factors which influence where students undertaking the Bachelor of Science in Children's and General Nursing Integrated programme intend to practice post graduation.
Funding Agency
Start Up Fund: TCD
Project Title
 An interpretation of the childrens nursing content of undergraduate nursing programmes in third level institutions in Ireland'
From
January 2009
To
June 2009
Summary
The aim of the study was to identify the interpretation of current guidelines amongst the thirteen third level providers of undergraduate nurse education and to clarify the preparation that students are receiving related to children's nursing care.
Funding Agency
Self funded
Person Months
6
Project Title
 An evaluation of the Zoom Boom Kids Programme informed by the Healthy Schools Evaluation
From
December 2014
To
December 2015
Summary
BMI data collector
Funding Agency
An Innovation Voucher from Enterprise Ireland

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Expert external reader advisory group member for Integrating gender and children"s rights in services for families affected by drug use. Children and families affected by parental drug use Practical guide prepared by by Corina Giacomello for the Council of Europe. ISBN 978-92-871-9514-2 2024 2025
International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes 2024 Present
Member of Trinity Centre for Maternity Care Research (TCMCR) 2023 Present
Children's Research Network of Ireland and Northern Ireland 2019 Present
Member of Population Health and Behaviour Research Group, Trinity College Dublin 2018 Present
All Ireland Society for Higher Education (AISHE) 2018 Present
Trinity Research in Childhood Centre (TRiCC) 2016 Present
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland 2000 Present
II Lo, H., Hollywood, E. and Derwin, R, Bridging the gap: ICU nurses" experiences in detecting pressure injuries across diverse skin tones, Journal of Tissue Viability, 34, (100891), 2025, Journal Article, PUBLISHED  TARA - Full Text  DOI  URL
Giacomello, C, Integrating gender and children"s rights in services for families affected by drug use, Council of Europe, Council of Europe, 2025, Notes: [The preparation of the guide was commissioned by the Pompidou Group to Corina Giacomello, consultant, and prepared with the support of an advisory group of six experts from five countries and the Pompidou Group Secretariat and two external expert readers: Eleanor Hollywood, Trinity College Dublin.], Report, PUBLISHED
O Neill, T., Hollywood, E., & Prakashini-Banka Cullen, S., Use of diabetes technologies in the primary school environment: a scoping review protocol, JBI evidence synthesis., 2024, Notes: [DOI:10.11124/JBIES-23-00061], Journal Article, PUBLISHED  TARA - Full Text  DOI
Hollywood, E., Hyland, M. and Basa, M, Identifying the support needs of families living in the International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS) system in Ireland., Refugee and Migrant Health: Sharing knowledge for action. 2nd Refugee and Migrant Health Research Networking and Knowledge Exchange Seminar, Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland., 9th December, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED
Hollywood, E., Hyland, M and Basa, M., ) "I would like to play in my own home, but I don"t have a home, I just travelled here" Supporting families living in the International Protection Accommodations Services (IPAS) system in Ireland., Children"s Research Network and UCD CHilD-RC Annual Conference, Navigating Current and Emerging Challenges for Children and Young People, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland, 5th December, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED
Hollywood E, and O Neill, T, Supporting women and children who have experienced domestic violence and abuse in the community setting, Childrens Research Network and UCD CHilD-RC Annual Conference, Navigating Current and Emerging Challenges for Children and Young People, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED
Hollywood, E., O"Neill, T. and Fitzgerald, H., Supporting children with Type 1 Diabetes: A mixed methods evaluation of a hospital-based education programme for school personnel, ISPAD Inclusion and Innovation in Pediatric Diabetes, Lisbon, Portugal, 16th - 19th October, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED
Hollywood, E., O"Neill, T. and Fitzgerald, H., School-aged children and the management of Type 1 Diabetes in the primary school environment: an investigation of how to support children, parents and schools., ISPAD Inclusion and Innovation in Pediatric Diabetes, Lisbon, Portugal, 16th - 19th October, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED
Hollywood, E., Murphy, M., Banka-Cullen, S and Comiskey, C., An evaluation of a Barnardos playground service which serves the community of Ballybeg in Waterford, Ireland, UNESCO CFRC 11th Biennial International Conference, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland, 13th - 14th June, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED  URL
Hollywood, E, An evaluation of a programme for children in refuge, UNESCO CFRC 11th Biennial International Conference, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland, 13th - 14th June, 2024, Meeting Abstract, PUBLISHED  URL
  

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Eimer McAuley, ''I felt like I was special': Children in refuge want more time with support workers', Ireland, The Journal.ie, 2023, -, Notes: [Newspaper article based on report written by Eleanor Hollywood], Broadcast, PUBLISHED
Ellen Coyne, 'How Meath refuge centre helps repair lives of children after domestic abuse: `We came with just the clothes on our backs"', Monday 20th November 2023, Ireland, Irish Independent, 2023, -, Notes: [Newspaper article based on report written by Eleanor Hollywood], Broadcast, PUBLISHED
RTÉ Radio 1, 'Drivetime', RTÉ Radio 1, Monday 20th November 2023, Dublin, RTÉ Radio 1, 2023, -, Broadcast, PUBLISHED
SEAN MURRAY, 'Research shows importance of empowering children in domestic violence shelters', Monday 20th November 2023, Dublin, Irish Examiner, 2023, -, Notes: [Newspaper article based on report written by Eleanor Hollywood], Broadcast, PUBLISHED
Hollywood, E, Meaningful involvement of young people in health research, PPI Ignite Network, TRiSS Seminar Room, TCD., 23rd October 2023, 2023, PPI Ignite, Invited Talk, PRESENTED
Hollywood E and Banka Cullen E, The Voice of the Child in Research, " `We Feel it Too" A Child"s Experience of Domestic Abuse", Newgrange Hotel, Navan, Co Meath, Ireland., 18th November 2022, 2022, Meath Women's Refuge and Support Services, Invited Talk, PUBLISHED

  


Award Date
Professional Skills for Research Leaders October 2021
Innovation Leadership and Transformation from Tangent May 2021
Universal Design in Teaching and Learning from the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Jan 2021
MA (jure officii) from Trinity College Dublin July 2010
Eleanor Hollywood is an active researcher who collaborates with national and international academic and clinical colleagues. Her research focuses on child and family health and well-being with the main areas of investigation including domestic violence and abuse, childhood adversity, type 1 diabetes, neonatal nursing, and medication management in children's nursing. Through her work on school, hospital and community-based projects Eleanor is significantly experienced in conducting research with school-aged children (6 - 12 years) and their families. She has also substantial experience in conducting research with children and families who are living in the International Protection Accommodation System (IPAS) and with women and children who have experienced domestic violence and abuse. Eleanor is an experienced qualitative researcher who is particularly interested in creative participatory research techniques with children. She has devised unique data collection tools for use with children in research. At the heart of all her research work is Eleanor's commitment to ensuring that the voice of the child is heard. Eleanor enjoys introducing her students to her research work and providing research supervision to undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students from a variety of disciplines.