Paper by Sei Yon Sohn, Lauren Krasnoff, Philippa Rees, Nicola J. Kalk and Ben Carter

Conclusions: Using a validated instrument, 39% young adults reported smartphone addiction. Smartphone addiction was associated with poor sleep, independent of duration of usage, indicating that length of time

Read more: The Association Between Smartphone Addiction and Sleep: A UK Cross-Sectional Study of Young Adults

‘It is...imperative that any early warning signs of unexpected issues are heeded to safeguard the public’

Peter Limbrick writes: The UK Medical Freedom Alliance have sent an Urgent Open Letter to Matt Hancock, Nadhim Zahawi, Boris Johnson, the MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Age

Read more: A link between Covid-19 vaccination and a rise in deaths...being reported in care homes and in the elderly?

By Lauren van Noorden, Hannah Waddington, Larah van der Meer & Jessica Tupou

Abstract

For young children with an autism spectrum disorder, deficits in social skills can impede appropriate peer interactions. The Early Start Denver Model is a promising intervention for young children with an autis

Read more: Peer-mediated Early Start Denver Model “playdates” for a young child with autism spectrum disorder: a case study

'...expected high volume of Covid-19 vaccine-adverse drug reactions (ADRs)...'

Peter Limbrick writes: UK Medical Freedom Alliance has recently published an open letter ‘Concerns and suggestions regarding the UK’s Covid-19 vaccine agenda’.

It is essential reading for people in any country who want to

Read more: Making an informed decision about accepting a Covid vaccine. There are dangers and we need to know about them whichever country we are in

‘I reviewed research from numerous settings in Africa, Asia and Latin America...’

Abstract

Across the globe, the well-being of newborns is significantly influenced by the knowledge and practices of family members, yet global health policies and interventions primarily focus on strengthening health s

Read more: Grandmothers — a neglected family resource for saving newborn lives. Paper by Judi Aubel

By Professor John William Frank, University of Edinburgh, in Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health

Abstract

New fifth generation (5G) telecommunications systems, now being rolled out globally, have become the subject of a fierce controversy. Some health protection agencies and their s

Read more: Electromagnetic fields, 5G and health: what about the precautionary principle?

Miss Fiona Clements, Dr Darren Chadwick and Dr Lisa J Orchard from the University of Wolverhampton (UK) write:

We are conducting some research to investigate the experiences of online negative comments and communication for adults with an intellectual and/or developmental disability. 

We

Read more: Researching online negative comments and communication for adults with an intellectual and/or developmental disability. Please help if you can - UK

'This study reveals a huge gap in evidence-based practice...'

From Canada FASD Research Network:

“OTTAWA, November 17, 2020 – This week, a team of researchers and partners published findings that show a startling gap in the evidence about treatment for mental health and substance

Read more: Research is lacking on effective mental health and substance use treatment options for people with FASD