Category: Advocacy and Policy

Advocacy and Policy Human rights

Demand justice for Popi and Bongeka

October 23, 2020
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On a Friday night in May 2017, two young women were brutally murdered, sparking outcry across…

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Pandemic Taking A Toll on Those With Eating Disorders

September 1, 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic is having a profound, negative impact on nine out of 10 people with…

Advocacy and Policy Brain and Behavior Emotion Environment LifeHelper Mental Health and Wellness Psychology Relationships and Sexuality Research Social Psychology Work and Career

Boosting Ability to Be Playful May Enhance Satisfaction With Life

August 29, 2020
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A new study finds that simple exercises can help make people more playful, which helps them…

Advocacy and Policy Aging Children and Teens General LifeHelper Psychology Research

Youngest and Oldest Drivers Most Likely to Be in Unsafe Vehicles

August 29, 2020
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Teen drivers and drivers 65 years and older — two age groups at high risk of…

Advocacy and Policy Children and Teens General Health-related Psychology Research Social Psychology

Discriminatory Housing Practices Tied to Premature Births

August 28, 2020
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A new study suggests that past discriminatory housing practices may play a role in perpetuating the…

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Study: Political Parties Have Become More Extreme to Get Votes

August 27, 2020
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Political parties in the U.S. have become increasingly polarized in an attempt to get more votes…

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Childhood Adversity Can Multiply Risk of Early Death

August 24, 2020
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Childhood lays the foundation for health in adulthood and is central to physical and cognitive development.…

Advocacy and Policy General Psychology Research

Study: Too Many Barriers to Opioid Use Treatment, Especially for Pregnant Women

August 22, 2020
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A new study suggests it is very difficult for women, particularly those who are pregnant, to…

Advocacy and Policy Brain and Behavior Emotion Environment Mental Health and Wellness Personality Politics Psychology Research Social Psychology

Desire to Be Part of a Group Can Drive Discrimination

August 22, 2020
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A desire to be part of a group such as a political party is what makes…

Advocacy and Policy General Psychology Research Social Psychology Work and Career

Treating County Jail Inmates With Dignity, Respect Goes a Long Way

August 21, 2020
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A new study finds that treating county jail inmates with respect and decency can go a…