To review the state of research on the association between sleep among school-aged children and academic outcomes, the authors reviewed published studies investigating sleep, school performance, and cognitive and achievement tests. Tables with brief descriptions of each study's research methods and outcomes are included. Research reveals a high prevalence among school-aged children of suboptima...

This study aims to develop a comprehensive review on the issue of poor school performance for professionals in both health and education areas. It discusses current aspects of education, learning and the main conditions involved in underachievement. It also presents updated data on key aspects of neurobiology, epidemiology, etiology, clinical presentation, comorbidities and diagnosis, early int...

Prekindergarten programs are expanding rapidly, but to date, evidence on their effects is limited. Using rich data from Early Childhood Longitudinal Study, we estimate the effects of prekindergarten on children's school readiness. We find that prekindergarten increases reading and mathematics skills at school entry, but also increases behavioral problems. By the spring of first grade, effects o...

Few empirical studies have closely examined the link between students’ feelings of safety and academic achievement scores. Konishi, Hymel, Zumbo and Li contribute to the field by examining how academic performance is affected both by student relationships with peers and also with teachers. Previous studies have explored certain aspects of school connectedness, but did not provide conclusive inf...

This study used grade 7 student data from approximately 1,000 middle schools in California for 2004/05–2010/11 to explore the relationship between school climate and academic performance across schools and over time. Key findings include: • Schools with a more positive student-reported school climate had higher academic performance in English language arts and math. • Changes in a school’s stud...

To review the state of research on the association between obesity among school-aged children and academic outcomes, the authors reviewed published studies investigating obesity, school performance, and rates of student absenteeism. A table with brief descriptions of each study's research methodology and outcomes is included. Research demonstrates that overweight and obesity are associated with...