Health
Why going camping could be the answer to your lockdown holiday woes
For many of us, the forced confinement of lockdown has reiterated the importance of being out and about in nature—along with the benefits it can bring.
Jul 8, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Most young people with increased suicide risk only display 'mild to moderate' mental distress: study
The vast majority of young people who self-harm or experience suicidal thoughts appear to have only mild or moderate mental distress, instead of more obvious symptoms associated with a diagnosable disorder, according to a ...
May 20, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study on body posture: Can powerful poses improve self-confidence in children?
A dominant body posture may help children to feel more confident in school. These are the findings of a new study by psychologists from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg and the Otto Friedrich University of Bamberg. ...
May 18, 2020
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Pediatrics
Timing of maturity, feelings about ethnicity and race can positively affect black males' self-concept, well-being
Black males start puberty at younger ages than males of other racial or ethnic groups, and early puberty has been linked to risks for negative outcomes, yet we know little about how Black males navigate the changes in their ...
May 5, 2020
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Autism spectrum disorders
Study finds strength-based coding clubs benefit autistic teenagers
Autistic teenagers who participate in computer coding clubs that utilise their skill strengths show improved confidence and self-esteem, health and wellbeing, and social relationships, which can help lead to meaningful employment, ...
Mar 12, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Intuitive eating during teenage years linked to better mental health and eating behaviors in adulthood
Some researchers suspect that encouraging people to practice intuitive eating, defined as consuming food based on feelings of hunger and fullness rather than following a restrictive diet, could lead to greater psychological ...
Mar 5, 2020
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Overweight & Obesity
Treating obesity benefits children's mental health
Treating obesity in children and adolescents improves self-esteem and body image, according to an analysis of all relevant studies published to date. The analysis, which is published in Pediatric Obesity, included 64 studies.
Feb 5, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
How five short intentions can help people recovering from depression stay on track
About one in six people in England report experiencing anxiety or depression in any given week, and depression is a major cause of disability worldwide.
Jan 22, 2020
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Overweight & Obesity
Mental health problems persist in adolescents five years after bariatric surgery despite substantial weight loss
Long-term study of adolescent mental health following bariatric surgery suggests that although the surgery can improve many aspects of health, alleviation of mental health problems should not be expected, and a multidisciplinary ...
Jan 22, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Conversational difficulties with father affects adolescent health
Conversational difficulties with father after a divorce affects the children's health negatively. "This demonstrates that contact with both parents after a divorce is important," says researcher Eivind Meland.
Jan 14, 2020
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