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29 Jun 2022
“Quake brain” effects suffered by resilient Cantabrians fade over time – study
New University of Otago research suggests the brain function of otherwise-health...
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08 Jun 2022
Study shows strong link between COVID‑19 and worsening mental health
The past two years have caused widespread disruption, anxiety, loss and grief wo...
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30 Mar 2022
Family donation supports Otago University research on World Bipolar Day
The generosity of a Christchurch family, in memory of a much-loved wife and moth...
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28 Mar 2022
Study Reveals Link Between Early Menopause and History of Sexual Abuse
A ground-breaking University of Otago, Christchurch, study has found female vict...
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27 Oct 2021
Compulsory Treatment Orders benefit some mental health patients more than others – study
A ground-breaking University of Otago study could well influence which mental he...
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08 Oct 2021
Canterbury Medical Research Foundation grants for Christchurch researchers
Two University of Otago, Christchurch, researchers have been awarded Canterbury...
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04 Aug 2021
“Māoritanga” not a factor in becoming homeowner
New research from the University of Otago Christchurch debunks the myth that cul...
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11 Jun 2021
$1.74 million for Otago feasibility studies
The University of Otago received a total of $1.74 million for projects ranging f...
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25 May 2021
Virtual reality used to confront phobias in Christchurch trial
Can virtual reality help treat people with a fear of flying or spiders?
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30 Apr 2021
Physical punishment happening less, but still common - study
There is a clear downward trend in the number of parents using physical violence...
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18 Feb 2021
Christchurch researcher awarded almost $250,000 to study ‘quake brain’
The ongoing impact of ‘quake brain’ is the focus of a newly-funded study that wi...
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03 Feb 2021
Eating disorders result in significant financial impact on carers
Eating disorders result in significant financial impact on carers