The U of M’s Tucker Center for Research on Girls & Women in Sport has helped develop a new set of coaching tools designed to build body confidence in adolescent girls.
Social media usage among teens is more prevalent than ever before. In recent years, researchers have begun investigating how much social media affects teen weight concerns and body image issues. A new study from the University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development and Stanford University uses an innovative method to track teen’s social media usage and body image over time.
The holiday season can be a warm and joy-filled time with family and friends. However, many people report elevated stress levels during the holidays. Gratitude has been associated with well-being, positive mood, satisfaction with life and reduced depression and anxiety. This is why practicing gratitude during the holidays can alleviate some of the stress associated with the season.
In the field of psychology, attachment theory proposes that interpersonal experiences early in life should shape how people think, feel and behave in their close relationships in adulthood.
As Americans live longer and healthier lives, the demand for nursing care is increasing as the capacity to provide that care is shrinking — especially in rural areas.
With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, couples are taking a little extra time to appreciate each other. But working on maintaining and developing healthy relationships is a long process that deserves attention all year round.
The holiday season can bring many stressors: from loneliness and financial concerns to limited time for gatherings with family and friends. Tai Mendenhall, a family therapist and professor in the College of Education and Human Development, shares how to manage stress over the holidays.
