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Training rhythm to improve reading and writing skills
Marta Martins is leading two research projects, funded by BIAL and FCT, to examine if and how rhythmic skills shape the way we learn to read and write.
Nov 257 min read
Portuguese National Informal Caregivers Day - "Reducing demands in informal caregiving is vital"
Research findings by Ângela Romão and Isabel Correia presented on November 5 at the VII National Meeting of Informal Caregivers.
Nov 53 min read
How do asexual people navigate intimacy?
Ana Catarina Carvalho and David L. Rodrigues explored and characterized the plurality of experiences of people in the asexuality spectrum (a-spec).
Oct 223 min read
Research aims to improve conditions for young NEETs
Analysis of three studies focused on the well-being of NEET youth and the analysis of educational policies in rural areas, within the scope of projects by Francisco Simões.
Sep 295 min read
What are the Key Profiles of Potential Foster Families in Portugal?
A team lead by Eunice Magalhães grouped people into three different profiles based on how open they are to becoming foster parents.
Sep 53 min read
Research Informs How Portugal’s Colonial Past Still Fuels Microaggressions Against Immigrant Women Today
Elena Piccinelli and Melanie Vauclair collaborated with Filipa Madeira (ICS-ULisboa) to understand the experiences of immigrant women in Portugal.
Sep 12 min read
Researchers present a new model to understand individual impacts of cancel culture prevention
CIS-Iscte researchers Tiago Rôxo Aguiar and Diniz Lopes collaborated with Thomas R. Brooks to introduce the Pressure for a Perfect Conduct, described as “the pressure one feels to conduct themselves perfectly under the threat of being canceled."
Jul 13 min read
Green street planning in Portugal does not align with active ageing
The GreenCity4Aging project team examined the degree of alignment between public policy on active mobility and active ageing at international, national and local level.
Jun 253 min read
New Research Highlights Psychological Resilience in Chronic Pain Management
Alexandra Ferreira-Valente was part of an international team that explored how cultivating a belief in a purposeful life despite the challenges of chronic pain can foster better psychological outcomes.
Jun 112 min read
Research explores changing perceptions of marine life, with impacts on conservation efforts
Sandra Godinho and Margarida Garrido explored how media portraits orcas and how that impacts people's perceptions.
Apr 73 min read
How does “sweet” music impact tasting experiences?
The study conducted by David Guedes, Marília Prada and Margarida Garrido informs on how auditory stimuli can enhance tasting experiences.
Jan 302 min read
Social and family support can promote the well-being of adolescents in residential care
The study conducted by Micaela Pinheiro, Eunice Magalhães, and Joana Baptista can inform practice and policies regarding residential care.
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Creative arts therapy to improve well-being at the university
This study tested the effectiveness of a group art therapy workshop in promoting students' well-being.
Nov 19, 20243 min read
Does perceiving what happens as just promote well-being?
Study explored if perceiving what happens as just relates to how people cope with financial and health difficulties.
Oct 3, 20243 min read
Is it possible to experience high levels of well-being despite facing significant psychological challenges?
Eunice Magalhães conducted a systematic review of literature on the relation between well-being and psychopathology.
Sep 23, 20242 min read
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