News tagged with negative attitudes


Body image not always a drag on women's wellbeing

Deakin University psychology researchers have found that body image isn't always a negative experience for women.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jan 31, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Improving family consent in organ donation could save lives

Research published today in the British Journal of Anaesthesia suggests that organ donation rates in the UK could be increased if the current issues affecting declined consent are improved. At present, only 30% of the UK ...

Other created Dec 22, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Sexist men and women -- made for each other

Men with a preference for "one-night stands" and negative sexist attitudes towards women are more likely to use aggressive courtship strategies. They compete with other men who are also interested in the woman, tease the ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Aug 23, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Nut-allergy sufferers face prejudice -- new study

Parents of nut-allergy sufferers face hostility and scepticism in trying to find safe environments for their children, a new study has found.

Health created Aug 16, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 7

Study: What mom thinks matters when it comes to mental illness

A new study led by a Northern Illinois University sociologist shows that while family members often provide critical support, they also can sometimes be the source of stigmatizing attitudes that impede the recovery of mentally ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jun 07, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Researcher studies ways to help teens overcome fears and stigmas of mental illness

When teens start experiencing changes in moods or emotions, they tend to fear sharing their blue days with their families and adults who can help them. As a consequence, they often suffer in silence.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jun 06, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Emergency department physicians growing weary of frequent users

Emergency department physicians are frustrated and burned out from treating patients who frequent the ED for their care, according to a Henry Ford Hospital survey of physicians from across the country.

Health created Jun 03, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0


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