Compromised or competent? A longitudinal study of twin children's social competencies friendships and behavioural adjustment

双胞胎在学校人口中所占的比例越来越大。这项关于双胞胎、过渡到学校和友谊的研究将促进对幼儿社会和情感健康的认识，促进和保持良好的健康是国家优先领域。它向幼儿教育界（特别是政策制定者、教育工作者和家长）通报了双胞胎儿童向学校过渡的情况，并特别关注社会能力。它将解决由联邦家庭和社区服务部确定的许多关键成果，作为早期教育的优先事项。研究结果将与家长、教育工作者、卫生专业人员和决策者直接相关。

Twins are a significant and increasing proportion of the school population. This study of twins, transition to school and friendship will advance knowledge in young children's social and emotional health, the national priority area Promoting and maintaining good health. It informs the early childhood education community (particularly policy makers, educators and parents) about twin children's transition to school with a particular focus on social competence. It will address many key outcomes, identified by Commonwealth Department of Family and Community Services, as priorities for the Early Years. The findings will have direct relevance for parents, educators, health professionals and policy-makers.