Global statistics on youth mental health make for sobering reading, with depression a leading cause of adolescent illness, and suicide estimated as the third most common cause of death among 15- to 19-year-olds. A recent ...
May 3, 2023
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A University of Canterbury (UC) study has found that a reduction in sleep problems for children on the autism spectrum vastly improves those children's behavior and their parent's wellbeing.
Jun 30, 2021
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Could better injury prevention have changed the outcome of the World Test Championship cricket Final played by New Zealand and India this week? Possibly, says University of Canterbury sports science lecturer Dr. Sibi Walter, ...
Jun 24, 2021
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A University of Canterbury (UC) student has come up with a new computerized method of reading mammograms that could help radiologists detect warning signs of breast cancer.
May 6, 2021
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One in four children on the autism spectrum in Aotearoa New Zealand are given melatonin to help them sleep, a new University of Canterbury (UC) study has found.
Mar 30, 2021
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Young New Zealanders who are experiencing stress are more likely to seek help from friends and families than from counselors or other specialists, according to a new study published in Stress and Health, raising questions ...
Mar 5, 2021
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Parenting can be a demanding and stressful job at any time, however parenting through a pandemic can pile additional pressure on parents, according to new research.
Nov 18, 2020
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Simple, low-cost technology developed by University of Canterbury (UC) engineers could save thousands of lives by doubling the capacity of ventilators in hospital intensive care units, boosting the capacity to treat overwhelming ...
Nov 16, 2020
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Family wealth and geography are major factors determining childhood vaccination rates around New Zealand, according to new research.
Sep 22, 2020
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Some parents are not coping with their young children's challenging behavior, and even experienced teachers are struggling, according to Dr. Cara Swit from the University of Canterbury's (UC) School of Health Sciences.
Aug 24, 2020
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