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Substance Abuse and Schizophrenia Risk

Scientific article
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A number of studies have looked at the relationship between schizophrenia and substance abuse. However, many contain various methodological limitations. Uncertainties, therefore, still exist. A new investigation published in the journal...

Carefree Adolescence: A Risky Business

Scientific article
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It is widely accepted that adolescents are predisposed to indulge in risky behaviours, more so than adults. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development have recently provided us with new insights into the underlying...

Smoking in Films: Adolescents and Unregulated Exposure

Scientific article
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In its latest Smoke-Free Movies Report, the World Health Organisation (WHO) advised governments that films featuring tobacco use ought to be classified for their adult content. Published in the journal Tobacco Control, a new study supports...