Health
Fast food makes an unhealthy comeback among kids
(HealthDay)—After a period of improvement, U.S. kids are eating as much fast food as they were in the early 2000s, new government figures show.
Aug 14, 2020
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Digital technologies and data privacy in the COVID-19 pandemic
Digital technologies have an important role to play in responding to future pandemics, a new study in the journal, Nature Medicine reports.
Aug 13, 2020
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Radiology & Imaging
Study suggests snap diagnoses may be more accurate
A pilot study conducted by a team of LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine faculty has found that Snapchat is an effective tool to teach residents emergency radiology. The results are published online in Emergency Radiology ...
Aug 3, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Marginalized youth are less socially isolated than previous thought
Technology and online networks play a vital role to help marginalized or "hidden youth" feel connected in the digital age, a University of Glasgow academic has found.
Jul 23, 2020
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Health
Government E-cigarette restrictions on marketing lower use
(HealthDay)—Comprehensive provincial restrictions on electronic cigarette marketing are associated with lower levels of exposure to marketing and lower prevalence of e-cigarette use, according to a Canadian study published ...
Jun 29, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Reconnecting after coronavirus: 4 key ways cities can counter anxiety and loneliness
COVID-19 has forced us into social distancing, isolation and quarantine. These conditions are likely fostering widespread anxiety and loneliness in our cities. However, they've also made the need for socially connected, vibrant ...
Apr 27, 2020
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Pediatrics
Parents, cut yourself some slack on screen time limits while you're stuck at home
As families hunker down during the coronavirus pandemic, many parents may wonder how much screen time they should let their kids have. Brenna Hassinger-Das, a scholar of children and technology, shares one rule it's OK to ...
Mar 20, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
How digital technology can reduce mental illness stigma
When those with mental illness experience prejudice and discrimination in the form of stigma, it can make their suffering considerably worse.
Jan 30, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Why teen depression rates are rising faster for girls than boys
We're in the middle of a teen mental health crisis—and girls are at its epicenter.
Jan 17, 2020
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Pediatrics
Can apps make your kids smarter?
(HealthDay)—Smartphones, tablets and laptops are everywhere, and young children are fascinated by them. Now, new research suggests that parents might be able to harness that curiosity and use apps on the devices to boost ...
Dec 23, 2019
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