A more aggressive approach to treating acne that marries the disciplines of psychology and dermatology is needed, according to two UC Riverside psychology researchers.
Feb 12, 2021
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Most people wouldn't sit in front of a mirror for hours a day, checking themselves out, but the COVID-19 pandemic has found many doing just that.
Feb 2, 2021
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Ovarian torsion can cause severe pain and other symptoms because the ovary is not receiving enough blood due to twisting of its blood supply. It can occur at any age and is responsible for nearly three percent of all gynecologic ...
Dec 18, 2020
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Teens who are unhappy with their physical appearance are at significantly heightened risk of depression by the time they reach early adulthood, reveals the first UK study of its kind, published online in the Journal of Epidemiology ...
Dec 7, 2020
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People with eating disorders are 12 times more likely to be preoccupied with perceived flaws in their physical appearance than those without, according to new research published in the journal Eating and Weight Disorders.
Oct 13, 2020
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Cosmetic genital procedures are becoming increasingly popular in women. The most common is labiaplasty, which involves the surgical reduction of the inner lips of the vulva—the labia minora.
Oct 7, 2020
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A study led by researchers from Swinburne's Center for Mental Health (CMH) has found that while most people reported spending less time investing in their appearance since COVID-19 began, individuals with high dysmorphic ...
Oct 1, 2020
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Gen Z are the new kids on the block. As a cohort of 5 million people born between 1995-2015 encompassing 20 percent of the Australian population and 2 billion people globally—they're consumers to be reckoned with.
Sep 8, 2020
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Amputation can have a devastating effect on a person's body image and sense of self. The use of prosthetic limbs may help, but when it comes to their appearance, options are often limited.
Jul 10, 2020
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Previous studies have reported improved quality of life and mental health in transgender women undergoing facial feminization surgery (FFS) surgery to provide a more feminine facial appearance. But there is still limited ...
May 27, 2020
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