Psychology & Psychiatry
Got election anxiety? Experts have coping tips
(HealthDay)—It may be no surprise that this year's presidential election is taking a toll on the mental health of Americans.
Oct 27, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
When too much news is bad news: Is the way we consume news detrimental to our health?
Humans are curious and social creatures by nature. The news helps us make sense of the world around us and connects us with our local, national and international community. So it's no wonder we're drawn to it.
Oct 21, 2020
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Misinformation about illicit drugs is spreading on social media—and the consequences could be dangerous
We're all familiar with the term "fake news" and have probably witnessed the speed at which these stories can circulate on social media. Fake news stories can be about almost any topic, but increasingly misinformation about ...
Oct 2, 2020
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Influence of bots on spreading vaccine information not as big as you think
The influence of bots on vaccine-related discussions on social media is a lot smaller than we think, with only a minor fraction of information from bots reaching active social media users.
Oct 2, 2020
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COVID–19 cocktails: Push for tighter alcohol advertising restrictions on social media
University of Queensland researchers reveal how alcohol advertisers are using social media to prey on parents and encourage drinking as a way to cope with stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aug 31, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Researchers see an increase in fraudulent COVID-19 posts on social media
During the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, social media platforms have played a major role in conveying information from health care leaders and government officials to communities about how to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Yet ...
Aug 25, 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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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Hydroxychloroquine not recommended for treatment of COVID-19
Recently, several physicians hosted a press conference in which one physician claimed that the combination of hydroxychloroquine, the antibiotic azithromycin, and the mineral zinc could cure COVID-19. The video footage of ...
Aug 12, 2020
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Untapped potential for TikTok to convey COVID-19 guidance
Research published in DeGruyter's International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health suggests TikTok is rich with untapped educational potential. The platform could play a vital role in conveying important health information ...
Aug 11, 2020
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What influences adolescents to share marijuana-related content on social media?
With social media use being as prevalent as ever, a new study from Washington State University's Edward R. Murrow College of Communication shows that adolescents may share marijuana-related content on social media in an effort ...
Aug 4, 2020
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