Health
Growing evidence supports the link between air pollution and dementia
Imperial researchers contribute to a report highlighting how air pollution contributes to dementia and a decline in mental ability.
Jul 29, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Perinatal depression: Our study shows how common it is for both parents to experience it
Many new parents struggle with mental health issues. Research suggests up to a quarter of new mothers and one in ten fathers experience depression after the birth of their child. Although there has been greater awareness ...
Jul 26, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study examines long-term emotional impacts of school bullying among girls
College-age women who were bullied in middle or high school continue to feel a range of negative emotions, including anxiety and lack of self-confidence, years after their experiences. But according to a new study from researchers ...
Jul 06, 2022
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Medical economics
Physical intimate partner violence in Colombia costs $90 million annually
The single-year health burden associated with physical intimate partner violence (IPV) in the South American country of Colombia was $90.6 million, finds a new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis.
Jun 17, 2022
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Other
COVID-19 and obesity disparities for black communities
COVID-19 infection is significantly more dangerous for certain groups including older adults, immunocompromised people, and people with obesity.
May 12, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
High depressive symptoms in adolescents increased by 6% due to pandemic
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, depressive symptoms increased and life satisfaction decreased among secondary school children in England, particularly among girls, reports a new study led by UCL researchers.
Apr 26, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
200,000 Australian kids exposed to serious levels of parental gambling
Almost 200,000 Australian children are exposed to moderate or serious levels of risky gambling by a parent each year, according to a new study from The Australian National University (ANU). The study is the first to report ...
Apr 04, 2022
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Autism spectrum disorders
Survey heightens concern about pandemic's impact on education of students with autism
Kessler Foundation scientists conducted an online survey of parents of school-aged children to compare the effects of pandemic-related school closures on autistic vs neurotypical students. Their findings indicate that children ...
Feb 17, 2022
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Health
Overfed and undernourished: The global issue of obesity and malnutrition
A shift in global diets is seeing people switch to foods high in calories, but low in nutritional value, with negative impacts on health.
Feb 17, 2022
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Genetics
Discovery of 29 new acne risk genes provides hope for new treatments
A study of the genetics of acne has identified 29 regions of the genome that influence the condition. These genetic insights offer potential new targets for treatment. They may also help clinicians identify individuals at ...
Feb 07, 2022
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