Tag: Health
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Elisa Trucco, Florida International University – The Impact of Social Isolation and Past Trauma on Mental Health
On Florida International University Week: Teenagers dealing with COVID-19 lockdowns had a tough go. Today on The Academic Minute: Elisa Trucco, associate professor of psychology and director of clinical training, keeps an eye on past trauma for pre-pandemic experiences. Dr. Elisa Trucco is an Associate Professor of Psychology and the Associate Director of Clinical Training…
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Min Chen, Florida International University – Algorithms Detecting Strokes
On Florida International University Week: Can an algorithm save your life? Min Chen, The Endowed SunTrust Bank Professorship Holder & Associate Professor, Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, explores how this might be the case. Dr. Min Chen’s research examines information technology innovations, healthcare analytics, and issues relevant to the economics, organization, and regulation…
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Daniel Bagner, Florida International University – Telehealth Programs Benefit Young Children with Developmental Delay
On Florida International University Week: Telehealth has brought a new option to families who need it. Daniel Bagner, professor of psychology and director of clinical training, explores the benefit for those whose children need an extra hand. Dr. Daniel Bagner is a Professor of Psychology and Director of Clinical Training at Florida International University (FIU).…
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Jim Hutchins, Weber State University – The Brain is Maintained by Chance the Gardener
What is the best way to wire a brain? Jim Hutchins, professor of health sciences at Weber State University, delves into the synapses to find out. Jim Hutchins was born in Texas and raised in Colorado. He has attended the University of Colorado, University of California at Berkeley, and Baylor College of Medicine. He completed…
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Rachel Savage, University of Toronto – Reimagining Aging in Place
A large portion of the American population will soon by 65 or older; how do we best care for this group? Rachel Savage, assistant professor at the institute of health policy, management, and evaluation at the University of Toronto, looks into one way. Rachel Savage, PhD is a Scientist at Women’s Age Lab and Women’s…
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Paula Rochon, University of Toronto – Filling a Gap: Women’s Age Lab
We need to rethink how we treat older women in healthcare. Paula Rochon, professor in the department of medicine at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto, examines. Dr. Paula Rochon, MD, MPH, FCRPC, is Founding Director of Women’s Age Lab, a geriatrician and senior scientist at Women’s College Hospital…
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Michele Meek, Bridgewater State University – How Teen Films Reveal Complexities of Sexual Consent
Teen films are changing with the times, but change isn’t always easy. Michele Meek, assistant professor in communication studies at Bridgewater State University, reveals how films treat consent is changing. Dr. Michele Meek, an Assistant Professor in Communication Studies at Bridgewater State University, delves into representations of sexual consent in teen films in her book…
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C. Michael White, University of Connecticut – Psychedelic Medication Reduces Anxiety and Depression in Cancer Patients
Is there a better way to treat anxiety and depression for patients with cancer? C. Michael White, distinguished professor and chair of pharmacy practice at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy, considers the question. Michael White, Pharm.D., FCP, FCCP, FASHP has ~500 publications resulting in 16577 citations with an H-index of 67; placing him…
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Stephen McNeill, Kennesaw State University – Mobile Skin Care
How do you know if you’re getting too much sun exposure? Stephen McNeill, senior lecturer of communication at Kennesaw State University, examines one technology that can help. Before embarking on a career in academics, McNeill worked as an on-air personality for multiple radio stations in the U.S. and the U.K. and appeared on television shows…
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Cailyn Green, Empire State University – Defining Polysubstance Use in Adolescents
How can researchers compare findings if not everyone is on the same page? Cailyn Green, assistant professor of addiction studies at Empire State University, examines the health effects of teen substance use. Cailyn Green, MS, Ph.D., CASAC is the Assistant Professor of Addiction Studies at the State University of New York, Empire State College. She…