Health
Board game confronts 'ickiness' of gut health
Researchers are using the play-based approach of board games to improve our understanding of gastrointestinal health.
Feb 2, 2023
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Parents adopt unhealthy food routines for family well-being in place of unaffordable activities, study finds
New study study suggests a key reason parents on a low-income buy unhealthy foods for their families is to compensate for non-food related activities which support social well-being, but that they are unable to afford.
Aug 23, 2022
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Neuroscience
More support needed for two children in every class with hidden language disorder
Children with a common but regularly undiagnosed disorder affecting their language and communication are likely to be finding the transition back to school post-lockdown harder than most, according to a team of psychologists.
Mar 31, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Tips to cope with lockdown as cold weather arrives
(HealthDay)—Isolation may pose mental health challenges for people as they spend more time indoors in the winter during the coronavirus pandemic, an expert warns.
Nov 12, 2020
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Five activities that can protect your mental and physical health as you age
No one is immune to developing chronic illnesses such as heart disease, cancer or arthritis as they get older. But research shows social activities, like joining clubs, interest groups or volunteering, are linked to better ...
Jul 14, 2020
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Pediatrics
8 summer activities to promote kids' healthy development during COVID-19
With daycare and school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parents have taken on more responsibility for children's learning and development and for many this has been a major source of stress. The pandemic and the challenges ...
Jul 14, 2020
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Neuroscience
Games can protect thinking skills in older age
People who play games—such as cards and board games—are more likely to stay mentally sharp in later life, a study suggests.
Nov 26, 2019
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Pediatrics
Parents play a key role in fostering children's love of reading
Learning to read is one of the most important developmental achievements of childhood, and it sets the stage for later school and life success. But learning to read is not straightforward. As child development researchers, ...
Sep 19, 2019
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Surgery
Physical and mental exercise lower chances for developing delirium after surgery
After having surgery, many older adults develop delirium, the medical term for sudden and severe confusion. In fact, between 10 and 67 percent of older adults experience delirium after surgery for non-heart-related issues, ...
Aug 14, 2019
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Overweight & Obesity
Supervised fun, exercise both provide psychosocial benefit to children with obesity
A program with clear rules, routines and activities, attentive adults and a chance to interact with peers appears to work as well at improving the quality of life, mood and self-worth of a child who is overweight or obese ...
Jul 2, 2019
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