Psychology

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Professor Studies Link Between Youth Unemployment, Mental Health

Sidra Goldman-MellorYoung people who are neither employed nor pursuing an education are vulnerable to mental health issues like depression and anxiety, but their commitment to finding work is surprisingly strong according a recent study coauthored by UC Merced

Study: Smoke-Free Zones, Higher Taxes Deter Youth Smoking

Anna SongBanning smoking in the workplace and increasing taxes on cigarettes have discouraged teens and young adults from taking up smoking, according to a study by researchers at UC San Francisco and UC Merced. 

Study: In Any Language, Learning to Walk and Talk Are Linked

UC Merced developmental psychologist Eric Walle recently discovered a link between walking and talking in infants. This development, however, brought up additional questions. Was the link specific to culture? Age? Native language?

Grad Student Examines Use of Social Media in Health Care

Holly RusThe use of images and direct questions by health communicators on Facebook tends to increase user engagement, though linking to external websites and videos does not.

Researchers Dispel Child Development Myths at Symposium

When it comes to child development and education, separating fact from fiction is critical for professionals in the field. More than 65 educators and care providers benefited from the expertise of UC Merced faculty members March 14 during the university’s second annual Symposium on the Child and Family.

Campus Makes U.S. News Rankings for Grad Programs

For the first time, U.S. News & World Report has ranked two of UC Merced’s graduate programs, a sure sign that the young university’s reputation is beginning to build.

Relax: Benefits of Leisure Go Beyond the Moment

Doing the things you enjoy can be good for your health, according to a new study by Professor Matthew Zawadzki, a health psychologist with the University of California, Merced. 
 

Self-Portraits Show Perception of Illness Remains Despite Cure

If a picture is worth a thousand words, Professor Jitske Tiemensma’s research speaks volumes. The UC Merced health psychologist uses self-portraits to assess how patients feel about their illnesses.

Symposium to Focus on Child Development Myths

The UC Merced Symposium on the Child and Family will be held on campus from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 14.