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Anxiety disorders had no effect on vaccine hesitancy

Individuals who deal with anxiety are no less hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine compared to those without anxiety, according to new research.

The new study led by the University of Waterloo aimed to investigate the relationship between vaccine hesitancy, psychological factors associated with anxiety, and individuals’ reasoning for and against getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Not pursuing your goals during the pandemic is good for your mental health

People who shelved their long-term goals during the pandemic were better able to avoid anxiety and depression, according to a new study.

Researchers at the University of Waterloo aimed to investigate the relationship between what they call COVID-frozen goals – goals for which progress has been disrupted due to COVID-19 – and psychological well-being.

Using digital media to relax is related to lower-quality parenting

Caregivers who consume digital media for relaxation are more likely to engage in negative parenting practices, according to a new multinational study.

The new study led by the University of Waterloo aimed to investigate the relationship between caregivers’ use of digital media, mental health, and parenting practices at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

University of Waterloo • 24th October 2022

PhD candidate examines the origin of economic reasoning

Only halfway through her doctoral program, Claudia Sehl has already presented her research at conferences across North America, had her work published in prestigious journals, and won national scholarship competitions. A PhD candidate in psychology, Claudia’s research in cognitive development focuses on exploring how children acquire economic concepts such as costs and benefits, efficiency, and waste.

PhD candidate examines the social media of political leaders

With four degrees under her belt so far, Monique Kampherm is excited to add a doctoral degree from Waterloo to her already impressive resume. A PhD candidate in English Language and Literature, Monique’s interdisciplinary research focuses on real-world political issues and how social media is impacting debates and democracy.

Vanier scholar seeks to understand the consequences of childhood trauma

Jackson Smith, a PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology, has been recognized with the prestigious Vanier Graduate Scholarship for his ground-breaking research in understanding the psychological, family relational, and economic consequences of multiple and repeated experiences of childhood trauma.

MA student discusses the importance of graduate community | Arts

Maira Asrar, a Master of Arts students in Economics, took a leap of faith by coming to Canada after finishing her undergraduate degree in Turkey. She knew she wanted to continue her study of economics, and with so many universities and programs to choose from, she was drawn to Waterloo because of our unparalleled co-op program.

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