If anxiety or depression does have an impact on how people learn in unpredictable situations, it is likely subtle and not easily detectable, according to new research published in the Journal of Affective Disorders. The findings suggest that the relationship between mental health conditions and learning in volatile environments is not clear-cut. Previous work had suggested […] … learn more→
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Is anxiety linked to impaired learning in volatile environments? Study suggests the connection is not clear-cut
6 ways universities can promote health on campus — and measure progress
The importance of protecting our society’s health and well-being became starkly apparent during the pandemic. People’s physical and mental health were severely impacted by the sudden changes forced by the emergent global crisis. Although nations reacted quickly at the onset, coming back from the pandemic has been difficult. Overlapping crises including the renewed urgency of the Black Lives Matter movement […] … learn more→
Post-PhD depression
When I submitted my thesis, I was hit by post-submission blues, which I was already aware of. What I didn’t expect was that the cloud didn’t lift with completion and graduation. I pretended otherwise, but the moments of genuine excitement and happiness were fleeting. I felt confused and ashamed, compounding my emotions. Wondering if anyone […] … learn more→
Adjusting jobs to protect workers’ mental health is both easier and harder than you might think
U.S. employees are increasingly struggling with mental health challenges tied to their jobs, such as depression, anxiety and burnout. We’re professors who research how employees interact and workplace well-being. After noticing that research on mental health and work had not kept up with the increasing prevalence of mental health challenges, we reviewed existing findings on mental health and work to see […] … learn more→
Why social networks accustom us to violence
Can a single individual change the opinion, or influence the emotions of a group of people? What is the impact of a social group on our behavior? Social influence is the power of interaction with other individuals to influence our positions, beliefs, and values. It is key when we analyze violent behavior. People experience an innate need to be accepted and approved, […] … learn more→
The impact of childhood and teenage anxiety disorders on later life – new research
Anxiety rates have been rising in recent years among children and young people, with the situation partially exacerbated by the pandemic. Occasional feelings of anxiety are normal, even in childhood – for example, a child may feel anxious about an approaching test at school. But if the anxiety is severe, long-lasting and interferes with a child’s daily life, it is called […] … learn more→
Vaping and behaviour in schools: what does the research tell us?
In a major speech today, Federal Health Minister Mark Butler said vaping has become “the number one behavioural issue in high schools”. The government today proposed a suite of reforms aimed at reducing vaping. But what does the evidence show about the prevalence of vaping in schools and the kind of behavioural issues associated with it? My colleagues and […] … learn more→
Are you under digital distress? 3 ways tech-triggers may be affecting your mental health
Mental Health Week, which runs from May 1 to 7, provides an opportunity to reflect on our collective well-being. In addition to rising mental health issues, there seems to be a general malaise across normally well individuals in society. This is manifesting as cognitive and physical exhaustion, limited patience, disinterest in work and a resentment of the stressors […] … learn more→
The dirty truth about your phone – and why you need to stop scrolling in the bathroom
We carry them everywhere, take them to bed, to the bathroom and for many people they’re the first thing they see in the morning – more than 90% of the world owns or uses a mobile phone and many of us couldn’t manage without one. But while health concerns about phones use usually focus on the distraction they […] … learn more→
Papageno effect: guide to produce and disseminate news about suicides responsibly
The other day we were talking with Ramón, who is a journalist. He told us that when he studied the degree, in the faculties it was recommended not to write about suicide, since he could encourage the contagion of this behavior among other people. This phenomenon of imitation is known as the “Werther effect”, although it is also […] … learn more→
