Psychology & Psychiatry
Dyslexia does not reduce pass rates for UK GP licensing exam
UK GPs with dyslexia are just as likely to pass the knowledge component of the licensing exam as their counterparts, a new study has found.
Feb 12, 2018
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Research highlights need for better support for thousands of informal dementia carers
Directly involving the thousands of family members and friends who serve as 'informal carers' for people with dementia in the evaluation of patients' symptoms and behaviour could offer improved insights for healthcare professionals ...
Feb 2, 2018
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Addiction
Gamblers more likely to have suffered childhood traumas, research shows
Men with problem and pathological gambling addictions are more likely to have suffered childhood traumas including physical abuse or witnessing violence in the home, according to new research.
Aug 2, 2017
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Health
Sleep scientists' latest book debunks 40 myths on getting a good night's sleep
A new book by leading sleep scientists debunks 40 popular and persistent myths on how to get a good night's sleep - from the efficacy of bed socks to the potentially negative consequences of sticking to 'the eight hour rule'.
Jul 5, 2017
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Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Eye movement research could hold the key to early Parkinson's diagnosis
The way people with Parkinson's use their eyes to complete simple tasks in both the real world and working at computers is being investigated by neuroscientists – and the findings could help early diagnosis and improve ...
Apr 12, 2017
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Health
Men's hidden body fat fears fuelling gym attendance
Men's hidden fears about body fat are fuelling gym attendance motivated by feelings of guilt and shame rather than a desire to build muscle, new research has shown.
Sep 9, 2016
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Addiction
Gamblers more prone to violent behavior
Men who gamble are more likely to act violently towards others, with the most addicted gamblers the most prone to serious violence, new research has shown.
Sep 6, 2016
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Oncology & Cancer
Presenting the future of proton therapy
A leading scientist making major strides in medical imaging, which could make proton therapy a viable treatment for many more cancer sufferers, will present his latest findings – including a new type of proton imaging – ...
Aug 10, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Young children respond better to pointing fingers than common symbols
The old adage that 'it's rude to point' might need a rethink after new research showed that young children struggle to make sense of common symbols like arrows, and respond best to a pointing finger to direct their gaze.
May 17, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New insights into motion-based video game design for young disabled players
Computer games controlled through wheelchair movements have the potential to improve quality of life for young people with severe mobility impairments but more needs to be done to to meet their needs in game design, new research ...
May 9, 2016
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