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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...
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...
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...
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...
08 Oct 2021
Canterbury Medical Research Foundation grants for Christchurch researchers
Two University of Otago, Christchurch, researchers have been awarded Canterbury...
04 Aug 2021
“Māoritanga” not a factor in becoming homeowner
New research from the University of Otago Christchurch debunks the myth that cul...
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...
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?
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...
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...
03 Feb 2021
Eating disorders result in significant financial impact on carers
Eating disorders result in significant financial impact on carers
03 Jun 2020
‘Quake brain’ study could give insight into future effects of COVID-19 crisis
‘Quake brain’ is a real phenomenon that impairs people’s memory even years after...