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Effects Of Wearing A Mask On Face Perception: A Literature Review Of 2 Experimental Research Studies, Arda Fidanci Aug 2021

Effects Of Wearing A Mask On Face Perception: A Literature Review Of 2 Experimental Research Studies, Arda Fidanci

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The face is the most important and informative source for non-verbal communication in social life. COVID-19 has deeply affected our non-verbal communication due to wearing a mask covering a major part of the face. In accordance with this, 2 research studies show that wearing a mask negatively affects face recognition, including face identification and emotion reading. It can be concluded that wearing a mask makes harder our daily social conversations due to concealing the rest of the face.


Impact Of Covid-19 On Mental Health In Pakistan, Hajira Baig Aug 2021

Impact Of Covid-19 On Mental Health In Pakistan, Hajira Baig

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The main objective of this investigation is to demonstrate the adverse effects of COVID-19 on the mental health of health care providers, COVID-19 patients, and students in Pakistan.


Challenges Of Vietnam's Biggest Vaccination Campaign, Han Vu Jul 2021

Challenges Of Vietnam's Biggest Vaccination Campaign, Han Vu

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It's hard for Vietnam to meet its target of vaccinating 70% of the adult population by the end of 2021 for several reasons: a lack of vaccines, infrastructure, healthcare workers as well as a detailed, feasible plan.


“Right To Work” And Life Or Death For Georgia Teachers, Austin Mcneill Brown Jul 2020

“Right To Work” And Life Or Death For Georgia Teachers, Austin Mcneill Brown

Population Health Research Brief Series

Georgia is a “right to work” state, in which teachers can be fired or have their state license revoked if they strike or utilize collective bargaining. This leaves few legal options for teachers to challenge the state mandate to reopen without adequate preparation.


Protecting Your Mental Health During Covid-19, Ashley Van Slyke Jun 2020

Protecting Your Mental Health During Covid-19, Ashley Van Slyke

Population Health Research Brief Series

COVID-19 has presented an onslaught of change and uncertainty, leaving many people feeling isolated and disconnected. This brief describes strategies we can try to protect our mental health during this uncertain time.


How To Help Children Develop Emotional Resilience During Coronavirus, Xiaoyan Zhang, Mary Kate Schutt Apr 2020

How To Help Children Develop Emotional Resilience During Coronavirus, Xiaoyan Zhang, Mary Kate Schutt

Population Health Research Brief Series

Help your child build resilience in the face of adversities with tips from experts. The great uncertainty we are facing during COVID-19 has left many of us anxious, stressed, defensive, and short-sighted. Children are more vulnerable than adults to the emotional impact of traumatic events that disrupt their normal lives.