Why 4 of 5 Kansas City kids struggle to get enough physical activity
A recent study concluded that Kansas City area kids aren't as active as they should be—and improving that will take some major changes.
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Housing insecurity linked to poorer teen health outcomes
There is an association for housing insecurity starting in infancy and poorer adolescent outcomes, according to a study published online July 1 in Pediatrics.
Jul 2, 2024
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Brain study identifies a cost of caregiving for new fathers
Parenting makes the heart grow fonder, and the brain grow … smaller? Several studies have revealed that the brain loses volume across the transition to parenthood. But researchers like me are still figuring out what these ...
May 9, 2024
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Vision impairment linked to several psychosocial outcomes in seniors
In adults 65 years and older, vision impairment is associated with psychosocial outcomes, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, and social isolation, according to a study published online Feb. 22 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
Feb 26, 2024
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Depression and anxiety symptoms linked to vaping nicotine and THC in teens and young adults
A survey of more than 2,500 teens and young adults led by the American Heart Association has found that vaping nicotine and THC, the psychoactive component in marijuana, was associated with self-reported symptoms of depression ...
Feb 28, 2023
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Study examines COVID-19 pandemic's effect on Black, Latina women's mental health
Concerns about job disruptions and loss of income were associated with increased depressive and anxiety symptoms in Latina women early in the pandemic, researchers found in a study that explored Black and Latina women's mental ...
Feb 27, 2023
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Research demonstrates positive impact of online brain training
The Strategic Memory Advanced Reasoning Tactics (SMART) brain health training protocol has been shown to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress when delivered in person. New research from Center for BrainHealth ...
Feb 3, 2023
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Research links addictive behavior to personality, psychopathology
Substance use disorder (SUD) includes dependence syndromes and harmful use of illicit drugs and alcohol. SUD is often complicated by a repetitive pattern of abstinence-reinstatement and psychiatric comorbidities. The personality ...
Dec 27, 2022
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Impact of sex and gender on mental and emotional well-being during COVID
Female biological sex was associated with greater negative emotions during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study of European countries. The study, which assessed associations between biological sex, sociocultural ...
Nov 14, 2022
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'Before-baby relationship checkup' shows promise for helping couples manage perinatal stress
Checking in with expectant couples in connection with prenatal obstetrical visits shows promise as a feasible way to strengthen their relationship and may reduce risk factors for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, according ...
Sep 6, 2022
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