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Engineering, Civil
Leslie B. Ford, Hilary J. Bethancourt, Zane S. Swanson, Rosemary Nzunza, Amber Wutich, Alexandra Brewis, Sera Young, David M. Almeida, Matthew Douglass, Emmanuel K. Ndiema, David R. Braun, Herman Pontzer, Asher Y. Rosinger
Summary: This article quantifies the experiences of water insecurity among the Daasanach people in northern Kenya and explores how water insecurity is related to water borrowing and psychosocial stress. The study finds that the frequency of water borrowing moderates the relationship between water insecurity and psychosocial stress. The coping mechanism of water borrowing may help to mitigate stress caused by water insecurity.
WATER INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nadia Gaber, Andrew Silva, Monica Lewis-Patrick, Emily Kutil, Debra Taylor, Roslyn Bouier
Summary: This study uncovers a significant impact of water insecurity on psychological distress through community-based research. Financial stress in paying for water and sanitation can also lead to substantial psychological distress. Restricting access to water and sanitation facilities has important implications for community mental health.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Biophysics
Santtu M. Seipajarvi, Anniina Tuomola, Joona Juurakko, Mirva Rottensteiner, Antti-Pekka E. Rissanen, Jari L. O. Kurkela, Urho M. Kujala, Jari A. Laukkanen, Jan Wikgren
Summary: This study investigates the effects of psychosocial stress on physiological and psychological stress responses in different age and health groups using heart rate and heart rate variability assessment. The study finds that the HRV-based stress index can be used to quantify physiological responses to psychosocial stress in various populations.
PHYSIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENT
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Beth A. Kotchick, David Whitsett, Martin F. Sherman
Summary: The study found that household food insecurity has indirect effects on adolescent behavior through both caregiver depression and caregiver-adolescent relationship quality. The results emphasize the need to improve food security and address the intra- and inter-personal difficulties among low-income families that contribute to behavioral problems among adolescents facing household food insecurity.
JOURNAL OF YOUTH AND ADOLESCENCE
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hilary J. Bethancourt, Zane S. Swanson, Rosemary Nzunza, Sera L. Young, Luke Lomeiku, Matthew J. Douglass, David R. Braun, Emmanuel K. Ndiema, Herman Pontzer, Asher Yoel Rosinger
Summary: This study examines the relationship between household water insecurity (HWI) and household food insecurity (HFI) among pastoralist households in a water-stressed region of northern Kenya. The findings show a strong association between HWI and HFI, highlighting the need to address both issues simultaneously when developing policies and interventions to improve the nutritional well-being of populations dependent on water availability and access.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jason M. Nagata, Joshua D. Miller, Craig R. Cohen, Edward A. Frongillo, Elly Weke, Rachel Burger, Pauline Wekesa, Lila A. Sheira, A. Rain Mocello, Phelgona Otieno, Lisa M. Butler, Elizabeth A. Bukusi, Sheri D. Weiser, Sera L. Young
Summary: The study found a relationship between household water insecurity and HIV-related outcomes, suggesting that HIV treatment and support programs should consider addressing water insecurity in addition to food insecurity to optimize HIV outcomes.
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Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Andreas H. Zins, Ivo Ponocny
Summary: The impact of tourism on psychosocial wellbeing can vary depending on the research approach. This study analyzed qualitative interviews in Austria to identify travel-related wellbeing statements. The findings reveal that holiday trips serve various purposes, including long-term effects on happiness and fulfillment, as well as the importance of fulfilling travel aspirations. Future research should consider this diversity and mitigate conceptual framing effects.
ANNALS OF TOURISM RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Juliet Angom, P. K. Viswanathan
Summary: This article explores how irrigation technologies can help India and Africa overcome water security challenges. The study finds that both regions have untapped irrigation potential, but face challenges such as cultural and land tenure issues, limited access to irrigation technologies and credit services, and overreliance on government support. However, there are opportunities for smallholder irrigation expansion.
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Nicole T. M. Hill, Eleanor Bailey, Ruth Benson, Grace Cully, Olivia J. Kirtley, Rosemary Purcell, Simon Rice, Jo Robinson, Courtney C. Walton
Summary: This exploratory study examines the experiences of psychological distress and mental health diagnoses among mental health researchers. The results show that mental health researchers in different career stages have differences in work demands and work-life balance, and some researchers experience psychological distress and suicidal ideation.
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Gul Afshan, Farooque Ahmed, Naveed Anwer, Sehrish Shahid, Mansoor Ahmed Khuhro
Summary: This study explores the impact of stress caused by treating COVID-19 patients on the wellbeing of medical doctors. Interviews with doctors in Pakistan revealed that they experience physical and emotional stress due to their intense work, but they demonstrate professional determination to overcome obstacles. It is important for physicians to have access to complete professional help to ensure their wellbeing.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Meng-Yun Wang, Hsing-Chou Sung, Jie-Yi Liu
Summary: Population aging has a significant negative impact on human wellbeing, while an increase in health expenditure has a significant positive impact.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lucrezia Ginevra Lulli, Gabriele Giorgi, Caterina Pandolfi, Giulia Foti, Georgia Libera Finstad, Giulio Arcangeli, Nicola Mucci
Summary: The spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has led to significant changes in the workplace, impacting workers' mental health and posing occupational challenges. Factors such as support from colleagues and organizations, home-work balance, workload, job security, and financial stress are all associated with occupational stress and poor mental outcomes. Understanding these factors and implementing interventions to mitigate their effects is crucial in dealing with COVID-19 in the workplace and similar future emergencies.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hwi Choe, Tae-Young Pak
Summary: This study examines the longitudinal association between household food insecurity and healthcare utilization and expenditure using data from the Korean Welfare Panel Study. The results show that severe food insecurity is associated with higher rates of outpatient visits, hospitalization days, and inpatient admissions. Moderate food insecurity is associated with reduced personal healthcare expenditure. These findings provide insights for targeting healthcare policies and interventions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Emily-Marie Pacheco, Iwona Bisaga, Rina Suryani Oktari, Priti Parikh, Helene Joffe
Summary: This paper reviews key disaster risk management frameworks for protecting children's wellbeing in disaster settings, highlighting a lack of consideration for psychosocial and WASH needs. Schools are recognized as uniquely positioned to support these needs through the Comprehensive School Safety Framework.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Asher Y. Rosinger, Hilary J. Bethancourt, Sera L. Young, Alan F. Schultz
Summary: This study found that water insecurity can become embodied through water-related injuries and elevated HCC. Therefore, improving water service levels may help ameliorate water insecurity and its accompanying negative health effects.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Samantha Horn, Yana Litovsky, George Loewenstein
Summary: This study suggests that curiosity can be a useful tool in increasing demand for and engagement with aversive health information. By manipulating curiosity through various methods, researchers found that participants were more likely to view and engage with information about their drinking habits, cancer risk, and the sugar content in drinks. Overall, curiosity prompts provide a simple and effective way to increase engagement with aversive health information.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sandra Gillner
Summary: Despite high expectations, the extensive and rapid adoption of AI in medical diagnostics has not been realized. This study investigates the perception and navigation of AI providers in complex healthcare systems, revealing their self-organization to increase adaptability and the practices utilized to mitigate tensions within the healthcare subsystems.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fabian Duartea, Alvaro Jimenez-Molina
Summary: This study found that violence related to social protest has a significant impact on depressive symptoms, leading to an increase in depression among the population in Chile. The effect varies by gender and age, with a stronger influence on men and young adults.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nick Graetz, Carl Gershenson, Sonya R. Porter, Danielle H. Sandler, Emily Lemmerman, Matthew Desmond
Summary: Investments in stable, affordable housing may be an important tool for improving population health. This study, using administrative data, found that high rent burden, increases in rent burden during midlife, and evictions were associated with increased mortality.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wan Wei
Summary: This study explores the phenomenon of other patient participation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), uncovering the various roles that third parties can assume during medical interactions. The findings contribute to existing research on patient resistance and triadic medical interactions, providing insights into the dynamics and implications of third-party involvement in medical consultations.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Harry Scarbrough, Katie Rose M. Sanfilippo, Alexandra Ziemann, Charitini Stavropoulou
Summary: This paper examines the contribution of pilot implementation studies to the wider spread and sustainability of innovation in healthcare systems. Through an empirical examination of an innovation intermediary organization in the English NHS, the study finds that their work in mobilizing pilot-based evidence involves configuring to context, transitioning evidence, and managing the transition. The findings contribute to theory by showing how intermediary roles can support the effective transitioning of pilot-based evidence, leading to more widespread adoption and sustainability of innovation.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Marta Seiz, Leire Salazar, Tatiana Eremenko
Summary: This study examines the impact of maternal educational selection on birth outcomes during an economic recession, and finds that more educated mothers are more likely to give birth during high unemployment periods. Additionally, maternal education mitigates the adverse effects of unemployment on birth outcomes and is consistently associated with better perinatal health.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jingyuan Shi, Hye Kyung Kim, Charles T. Salmon, Edson C. Tandoc Jr, Zhang Hao Goh
Summary: This study examines the influence of individual and collective norms on COVID-19 vaccination intention across eight Asian countries. The findings reveal nuanced patterns of how individual and collective social norms influence health behavioral decisions, depending on the degree of cultural tightness-looseness.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Elliot Friedman, Melissa Franks, Elizabeth Teas, Patricia A. Thomas
Summary: This study found that positive relations with others have a significant impact on functional limitations and longevity in aging adults, independent of social integration and social support.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zhuolin Pan, Yuqi Liu, Ye Liu, Ziwen Huo, Wenchao Han
Summary: This study examines the effects of age-friendly neighbourhood environment and functional abilities on life satisfaction among older adults in urban China. The findings highlight the importance of transportation, housing, and social and physical environment factors in influencing functional abilities and life satisfaction. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers in enhancing older adults' life satisfaction in the Chinese urban context.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)