The link between how people view their social and economic standing and their political involvement is complex. It's not straightforward. There are many factors at play. Some people see their high status as a sign of fairness in society. This perception can drive them to get more involved in politics. However, others might see things differently. They might fee...
There is a big problem with tobacco use in communities with low income. Not everyone has easy access to help for quitting. This is where community health workers, or CHWs, come in. They can reach people who need help the most. The C. H. A. N. G. E. project was created to give CHWs special training. This training was designed to help them assist people in quitting tob...
Bullying is a big problem in schools. It's not just about who gets picked on. It's also about why some kids end up in the bullying crosshairs. A recent study looked into this. It focused on students in Asian secondary schools. The study wanted to understand how family life affects bullying. It also wanted to see how family support can help kids avoid being bullied. ...
The idea of using a game to help people quit smoking might seem odd. But it is a real thing. It is a way to tackle the sneaky attention smokers give to smoking cues. These cues can spark cravings and setbacks, making it tough to kick the habit. Fruit Squish is a mobile game designed to help smokers who are trying to quit. It is part of a bigger mobile app called Qu...
Religion often plays a big role in how happy people feel. A lot of studies have shown that the more involved someone is in religion, the happier they tend to be. But is this true for everyone? Does it matter if you go to church or just pray at home? What about money and education? These questions were explored in a recent study. The study looked at data from a ...
Education plays a big part in how people make daily health choices. It's not just about knowing what's good for you. It's also about how your surroundings and social life affect your habits. Two studies in Germany looked into this. They focused on smoking and drinking sugary drinks. These habits are often influenced by what's happening around you at any given moment....
In Bangladesh, many young children face physical punishment at home. This is a big problem that needs to be understood better. The money situation in a family plays a huge role in how kids are treated. Kids from poorer families are more likely to face physical discipline. This is not fair and needs to change. The latest numbers show that more than 60% of children un...
Drug dealing and use in public spaces is a growing worry for law enforcement and local governments in Sweden. These areas, known as open drug scenes, are linked to various issues like crime and disorder. Many people think these scenes only happen in big cities. However, they are also present in smaller towns. This research looked into how these scenes play out in dif...
In China, grandparents are stepping up to raise kids more than ever. This shift has sparked interest in how it affects children's future goals. Researchers dug into a massive survey called the "China Family Panel Studies" to find out how family wealth and social standing influence kids' expectations when grandparents are involved in child-rearing. The study didn't j...
Ever thought about how COVID-19 might affect your work days in the future? A new study found that having COVID could make you more likely to take sick days. But get this—it's not the same for everyone. The study showed that people from lower-income groups might need more sick days after COVID than those from higher-income backgrounds. Why is this happening? Well, if...