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Depression and anxiety problems during lockdown

Depression subtypes linked to varying recovery rates, study shows

Five subtypes of depression have been identified in new research from the ±¬ÁÏTV and Ieso Digital Health1. Patients with each subtype show distinct responses to treatment, a finding that could lead to a more tailored and effective ap
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Sheffield lecturer makes the Forbes 30 under 30 Europe 2021: Science and Healthcare list

Dr Rebecca Webster from the Department of Psychology has been recognised in the Forbes 30 under 30 Europe 2021: Science and Healthcare list for her work on Covid-19 health behaviours which informed the UK government’s pandemic response.
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University counselling effective in reducing students’ distress, research finds

Counselling at in-house university services is effective at improving depression, anxiety, wellbeing, social anxiety and academic distress, research suggests.