The cultural and social theory of risk posits that perceptions of risk are not formed solely through individual cognitive evaluation but are deeply embedded within social structures, cultural values, and shared norms. Originally developed by Douglas and Wildavsky (1982), this theoretical perspective argues that societies selectively emphasise or downplay certain risks in ways that reinforce … Continue reading Cultural and Social Theory of Risk
Abstract Urban-living individuals are exposed to many environmental factors that may combine and interact to influence mental health. While individual factors of an urban environment have been investigated in isolation, no attempt has been made to model how complex, real-life exposure to living in the city relates to brain and mental health, and how this … Continue reading Effects of urban living environments on mental health in adults
Objectives The COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in behaviours, which may have different health effects in population subgroups. We investigated whether within-individual changes in health behaviours from before to during the pandemic differ by socio-economic deprivation, age or sex. Methods Participants were recruited from the existing UK Fenland cohort study with measurements of health … Continue reading An investigation of factors affecting changes in health behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic in a UK population–based cohort study
Popular Nigerian social media critic, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has announced that a petition he filed against controversial relationship therapist, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has been approved for investigation by the Inspector General of Police (IGP). The development comes amid controversy surrounding Blessing CEO’s recent claim that she … Continue reading Police probing Blessing CEO’s cancer claim
The Ndiolumbe autonomous community in Isiala Ngwa South LGA of Abia State has been thrown into mourning following the murder of an indigene, Mr. Ukaegbu Ogii by his kinsman, Okwudili Mbama. The late Ukaegbu Ogii was stabbed in the neck by the suspect, Okwudili Mbama, popularly known as Nkume, who had accused the victim of … Continue reading Man stabs kinsman dead over alleged sex with wife
Real Madrid manager, Alvaro Arbeloa, has explained why his team lost 2-1 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final first leg tie on Tuesday. Goals from Luis Díaz and Harry Kane sealed the win for the Bundesliga giants, leaving Real Madrid with a mountain to climb ahead of next week’s return leg. Speaking to … Continue reading UCL: Why Real Madrid lost to Bayern Munich
Tragedy was averted on Tuesday during the funeral service of some victims of the recent attack on the Gari Yawaye community Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State after a protest erupted following the arrest of three youths in the area by security agencies for allegedly defending their neighbourhood during the violence. … Continue reading Angwan Rukuba victims: Violent protest erupts during funeral service
Abstract Sometimes in health behavior research, purportedly novel theoretical models are offered that may help move thinking about behavior change forward, and may be well-received by clinicians, but over time end up being a subject of continual scientific disconfirmation. The transtheoretical model is one rather popular example. The five stages of change and associated 10 … Continue reading Reflections on the Continued Popularity of the Transtheoretical Model
Good morning from MEZIESBLOG! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers; 1. Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has accused Nafiu Bala, factional chairman of the party, of working against democracy. In an interview with DCL Hausa, on Tuesday, Kwankwaso said he had invited Bala so as to resolve the crisis … Continue reading Top news from Nigeria today
Abstract In recent decades, global life expectancies have risen significantly, accompanied by a marked increase in chronic diseases and population aging. This narrative review aims to summarize recent findings on the dietary factors influencing chronic diseases and longevity, primarily from large cohort studies. First, maintaining a healthy weight throughout life is pivotal for healthy aging … Continue reading An epidemiological perspective on diet strategies for promoting healthy aging and longevity
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