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NHLBI media availability: Low-fat dietary pattern and weight change
Results of the first study on the long-term effects of a dietary pattern low in fat and high in carbohydrates suggest that a low-fat eating pattern does not lead to weight gain. view more (2006-01-04)
Early-onset depressive disorders predict the use of addictive substances in adolescence
In a prospective study of over 1800 interviewed young Finnish twins, early-onset depressive disorders at age 14 significantly predicted daily smoking, smokeless tobacco use, frequent illicit drug use, frequent alcohol use and recurrent intoxication three years later, even among those adolescents who were not users at baseline. view more (2008-10-22)
Direct link established between tropical tree and insect diversity
Higher tree species diversity leads directly to higher diversity of leaf-eating insects. view more (2006-07-19)
Adolescents on adult psychiatric wards
Teenage admissions to adult psychiatric wards in Northern Ireland have increased significantly over recent years despite demands for alternative forms of appropriate care for youngsters with psychiatric and psychological problems. view more (1999-03-26)
Young vegetarians may have healthier diets but could be at risk for disordered eating behaviors
Although adolescent and young adult vegetarians may eat a healthier diet, there is some evidence that they may be at increased risk for disordered eating behaviors. view more (2009-04-01)
A catalyst for families: Experts comment on importance of Christmas dinner
The menu might be different and families might be smaller, but Christmas remains among the most important holidays. "It is sacred," says Université de Montréal Psychologist Luc Brunet. "It's part of our culture to come together to laugh and eat in a festive setting." view more (2008-12-17)
Mental disorders in parents linked to autism in children
Parents of children with autism were roughly twice as likely to have been hospitalized for a mental disorder, such as schizophrenia, than parents of other children, according to an analysis of Swedish birth and hospital records by a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill researcher and colleagues in the U.S. and Europe. view more (2008-05-05)
Review provides new insights into the causes of anorexia
New imaging technology provides insight into abnormalities in the brain circuitry of patients with anorexia nervosa (commonly known as anorexia) that may contribute to the puzzling symptoms found in people with the eating disorder. view more (2009-07-22)
Eating habits and exercise behaviors in children can deteriorate early
As children transition from preschool-age to school-age, they may develop eating habits and leisure-time patterns that may not meet current recommendations and may contribute to childhood obesity. view more (2009-01-09)
Thin is beautiful - Zulu men now prefer Western-looking women
Black South African women have once more been flagged up as being on the brink of an eating disorder crisis, as the latest research reveals that their male counterparts, who once idolised fuller-figured females, now prefer thinner, Western-looking women. view more (2004-08-31)
Physiological response may explain why some severely obese patients overeat
Don't feel like you are getting full when eating a large meal? New research from The Miriam Hospital suggests that a physiological response may partially explain why severely obese individuals may not feel satisfied after eating and often have difficulty controlling the amount of food they consume during a meal. view more (2009-06-10)
ANTENATAL SCREENING FOR HAEMOGLOBIN DISORDERS ISINADEQUATE AND INEQUITABLE
Antenatal screening for haemoglobin disorders should be standard practice in the United Kingdom, explain Professor Bernadette Modell from University College London and colleagues, in order to identify couples at risk and to give them an informed choice in every pregnancy, including the option of a prenatal diagnosis. This option has been utilised... view more... (2000-02-01)
New approach to insulin treatment improves patients` lives
Training patients with diabetes to adjust their insulin doses to match their food choices, improves diabetes control and quality of life, finds a study in this week’s BMJ. view more (2002-10-02)
Bulimia And Impulsive Behavior Are Associated In Adolescence.
A group of investigators of the University of Tampere, headed by R.Kaltiala-Heino have found a strong association between bulimia and impulsive behavior. In clinical samples, bulimia seems to be associated with various dyscontrol behaviours suggesting weakness in impulse control. Population studies of adolescents, however, are needed. We evaluated... view more... (2003-01-13)
Research team finds link between asthma and depressive disorders
Young people with asthma are about twice as likely to suffer from depressive and anxiety disorders than are children without asthma, according to a study by a research team in Seattle. view more (2007-11-07)
Children with sleep disorder symptoms are more likely to have trouble academically
Students with symptoms of sleep disorders are more likely to receive bad grades in classes such as math, reading and writing than peers without symptoms of sleep disorders. view more (2007-06-11)
Genetic predisposition may play a role in anxiety disorders
Finnish scientists have identified genes that may predispose to anxiety disorders. Research conducted under the supervision of Academy Research Fellow Iiris Hovatta have focused on genes that influence human behaviour, and some of the studied genes show a statistical association with specific anxiety disorders. view more (2008-08-28)
How protein-rich diets curb hunger
Researchers have uncovered new evidence to explain the observation that diets rich in protein stunt the appetite, according to a report in the November Cell Metabolism. view more (2005-11-09)
New research reveals working mothers do not have an adverse effect on children's diets
A new study from the University of Glasgow that analyses information from over 2000 11 year old children and their parents (in 1984-5) reveals no evidence that number of parents in the household or family meals are associated with children's diets, while maternal employment is associated with better diets. view more (2005-04-18)
Emotional eaters susceptible to weight regain
Just in time for the start of the holiday eating season - a new study finds that dieters who have the tendency to eat in response to external factors, such as at festive celebrations, have fewer problems with their weight loss than those who eat in response to emotions (internal factors). view more (2007-11-09)
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