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Young people making their own media
Education & Development

Young people making their own media

...Research has indicated that YouTubers are now more influential among young people than "traditional" celebrities, like actors or musicians: young people see them as closer to their own lives, fostering a more intimate connection. Of course, this perception is, to a certain extent, an illusion - particularly as YouTubers become more popular. Some have made considerable...
‘Resilience isn’t enough’: why the growth of women’s football could lead to player burnout
Health, Sports & Psychology

‘Resilience isn’t enough’: why the growth of women’s football could lead to player burnout

...research shows that resilience depends heavily on the support structures available. In the WSL, access to mental health care and sports psychology varies dramatically between clubs. The FA has announced plans to make wellbeing and psychology roles mandatory in WSL licensing, which is a positive step. But for many players, consistent, high-quality support remains far from...
Warming winters: How will the Winter Olympics adapt?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Warming winters: How will the Winter Olympics adapt?

...research note written by Daniel Scott, Robert Steiger and Madeleine Orr that describes in detail the impact of climate change on the Winter Olympics. In their note Scott, Steiger and Orr highlighted that if current warming trends continue only 45-55 of the 93 past and potential Winter Olympic venues would be sufficiently climate reliable in the 2050s to host the games...
Volunteers in Green Social prescribing: contributions and inclusion
Nature & Environment

Volunteers in Green Social prescribing: contributions and inclusion

...research concludes Third Sector). Volunteering also benefits the volunteers themselves: whether it is personal impact through gaining new or improving skills and confidence, increased wellbeing both mentally and physically, as well as socially by building a sense of purpose and belonging to the community. It often also enhances employability, as volunteering demonstrates...
A scenario on e-professionalism for nurses
Health, Sports & Psychology

A scenario on e-professionalism for nurses

...RCN International Research Conference. Oxford, UK, 5-7 April 2017. Statista (2019) Global active usage penetration of leading social networks as of February 2019. Available at: www.statista.com/statistics/274773/global-penetration-of-selected-social-media-sites/ (Accessed 22 January 2020). Find out how secure your social media profiles are Discover more content like this...
How can I cope with exam stress?
Education & Development

How can I cope with exam stress?

...research has shown that this is essential to your health and well-being. And it will also help you to feel more balanced and calm during those exams and in the run up to results day. This article was originally published on The Conversation. Read the original article. This resource is part of the 'Wellbeing and Mental Health Collection' created by the Open University in...
Who is Donald Trump?
Society, Politics & Law

Who is Donald Trump?

...research, many young people in the UK reportedly see people such as Alan Sugar and Simon Cowell as credible political leaders. They were seen as tough and decisive, attributes that were seen necessary to effective political leadership. Treating Trump principally as a pop icon and his campaign and victory as an extended performance might sound flippant – but it’s...
Is the first step in beating superbugs to defeat poverty?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Is the first step in beating superbugs to defeat poverty?

...researchers at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center reported the first case of what they called a “truly pan-drug resistant bacteria.” By now, the story has been well-covered in the media: a month earlier, a 49 year old woman walked into a clinic in Pennsylvania with what seemed to be a urinary tract infection. But tests revealed something far...