A CWRU study reveals a correlation between heavy TV viewing and increased levels of anxiety, depression, anger, posttraumatic stress, and dissociation among third through eighth grade students. The study suggests that excessive screen time may exacerbate existing mental health issues in children.
A study by CWRU sociologists found that adults who identify as survivors earlier in their cancer journey tend to have better mental health outcomes. Adopting a survivor mindset can help individuals adopt an active role in the healing process and reduce distress.
Case Western Reserve University physicist Glenn Starkman has received a four-year, $200,000 NSF grant to study the shape of the universe by mapping temperature fluctuations throughout space. He aims to develop new techniques to detect dark matter, which is believed to comprise much of the mass in the universe.
A Case Western Reserve University study of 2,244 youngsters ages 8-14 found that those with the greatest exposure to violence are at high risk for severe psychological trauma. The study investigated the relationship between violence exposure and symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, posttraumatic stress, and dissociation.
A Duke University study found that working mothers' stress hormone levels increase even with just one child at home, putting them at a higher risk for health problems. The study also showed that the number of children does not affect stress levels, and that quality of work and family experiences may be key factors in stress levels.
A recent study and court ruling have led to the listing of jaguar as an endangered species in the US. The decision is based on evidence of rare sightings and potential population dispersal from Mexico.