Psychology & Psychiatry
Research examines why mask usage in Japan persists
When you think of Japan in the age of COVID, you might imagine a crowd of people wearing masks. But why do so many Japanese people wear masks?
Nov 2, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Almost a quarter of adults living under lockdown in the UK have experienced loneliness
One in four adults (24 percent) in the UK have felt lonely because of coronavirus, according to a longitudinal study that is tracking mental health across the pandemic.
Apr 22, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Americans harmed by COVID-19 more likely to advocate for equality
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed and exacerbated vast inequalities in the U.S. Lower-income families experienced greater health risks, more job loss and economic insecurity, and greater declines in psychological well-being—the ...
Oct 7, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Teens in arts report depressive symptoms, study says
Teens who participate in after-school arts activities such as music, drama and painting are more likely to report feeling depressed or sad than students who are not involved in these programs, according to new research published ...
Nov 20, 2012
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Pediatrics
Breastfeeding associated with decreased risk of overweight among children in Japan
Breastfeeding appears to be associated with decreased risk of overweight and obesity among school children in Japan, according to a study by Michiyo Yamakawa, M.H.Sc., of the Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, ...
Aug 12, 2013
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Health
Epilepsy discrimination still rife
People with epilepsy continue to face high rates of stigma and discrimination, particularly in the workplace, according to Flinders University disability expert Dr Michelle Bellon.
May 28, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Survey of UK nurses and midwives finds worries over health, training and workload during COVID-19
The results of a survey published today have highlighted the concerns of nurses and midwives in the UK about COVID-19, and the risks it poses to their physical and mental health and that of their families.
Apr 22, 2020
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Health
First time parenting a positive experience for mental health, researchers find
(Medical Xpress)—Becoming a parent for the first time may improve mental health and reduce levels of psychological distress, according to a new study from the University of Otago, Wellington (UOW).
Jan 22, 2013
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Health
Rating films with smoking 'R' will cut smoking onset by teens
New research from Norris Cotton Cancer Center estimates, for the first time, the impact of an R rating for movie smoking. James Sargent, MD, co-director of the Cancer Control Research Program at Norris Cotton Cancer Center, ...
Jul 9, 2012
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Study shows behavior modification crucial to stop COVID-19
One of the longest-running studies examining COVID-prevention behaviors shows hygiene changes have been sustained but not complex changes, like social distancing, with important policy implications.
Jun 30, 2021
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