Health
YouTube found to be especially bad for teens' sleep
Many teens look at screens at bedtime, but some apps are more likely to keep them awake than others, leading to sleep problems.
Sep 13, 2022
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News tagged with mobility problems
Health
Slower walking speed may predict future mobility problems
Being able to walk outside for several blocks at a leisurely pace plays an important role in living a vibrant, healthy life. Walking short distances allows you to get the physical activity you need, live independently, go ...
Jul 23, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study shows we are not addicted to mobile phones but to the social interaction they facilitate
A University of Granada (UGR) research team has shown for the first time that we are not "addicted" to mobile phones but to the social interaction these electronic devices provide. The study, published in the journal Psicothema, ...
Nov 14, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Digital support can significantly reduce anxiety among autistic adults
A digital innovation that provides autistic adults with 24/7 support and practical tools to manage the challenges of everyday life has been shown to significantly reduce anxiety levels.
May 30, 2023
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Health
Do those who need it most live in barrier-reduced residences?
Older people spend a lot of time at home and in the area near where they live. Housing conditions ensure their ability to participate in social life, especially when they suffer from mobility restrictions. Barrier-free access ...
May 8, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Procrastination is linked to poor health—new study
University students have a lot of freedom but not much structure. This can be bad for habitual procrastinators. Studies have shown that at least half of university students procrastinate to a level that is potentially harmful ...
Jan 17, 2023
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Ophthalmology
'Smart contact lens' to detect eye infections
A pioneering smart contact lens to test for eye infections in a quick, non-invasive way is being developed.
Dec 5, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Major new study shows 'concerning' levels of physical and mental health problems among farmers and agricultural workers
A major new study shows "concerning" levels of physical and mental health problems among farmers and agricultural workers.
Oct 12, 2022
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Attention deficit disorders
Behavior problems and the excessive use of gadgets—cause or effect?
It's not the mobile that makes children hyperactive, but the other way round: a fidgety child will use a mobile phone more—according to the latest research from the Alpha Generation Lab at the Department of Ethology at ...
Aug 10, 2022
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