News tagged with health psychology
Chronically ill may be happier if they give up hope, research shows
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Nov 02, 2009 |
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Holding on to hope may not make patients happier as they deal with chronic illness or diseases, according to a new study by University of Michigan Health System researchers.
Older workers are the healthy 'survivors' of the workplace
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Oct 21, 2009 |
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Experts at The University of Nottingham say our stress levels at work peak when we reach about 50 to 55 years of age and decrease as we head towards retirement.
People who work after retiring enjoy better health, according to national study
Oct 13, 2009 |
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Retirees who transition from full-time work into a temporary or part-time job experience fewer major diseases and are able to function better day-to-day than people who stop working altogether, according to a national study. ...
Study: Exercise improves body image for fit and unfit alike
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Oct 08, 2009 |
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Attention weekend warriors: the simple act of exercise and not fitness itself can convince you that you look better, a new University of Florida study finds.
Parents' endorsement of vigorous team sports increases children's physical activity, say researchers
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Jul 06, 2009 |
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Parents who value strenuous team sports are more likely to influence their children to join a team or at least participate in some kind of exercise, and spend less time in front of the TV or computer, a new study says.
Engaged employees are good, but don't count on commitment
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
May 13, 2009 |
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The notion that highly engaged workers will continue to work tirelessly for organizations despite diminishing resources often isn't true, according to Clemson University psychology professor Thomas Britt.
Teach your children well: Focused, happier kids grow up to be healthier adults, study finds
May 06, 2009 |
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Children who can stay focused and don't sweat the small stuff have a better shot at good health in adulthood -- and this is especially true for girls, according to a new study.
