News in 2018
- Depressive symptoms higher for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth from age 10 12 December 2018 Gay, lesbian, bisexual and questioning youth are more likely to experience depressive symptoms from as young as age 10 and these symptoms persist at least into their early 20s, finds a new UCL-led study.
- BMI is a good measure of health after all, new study finds 11 December 2018 A new study from the University of Bristol supports body mass index (BMI) as a useful tool for assessing obesity and health.
- BLOG: Exploring approaches to measure FASD 30 November 2018 It has been fascinating to learn that it is possible to attempt to estimate the prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) using our collection.
- First UK estimates of children who could have conditions caused by drinking in pregnancy revealed 30 November 2018 Up to 17 per cent of children could have symptoms consistent with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) according to new research published today [Friday 30 November] in Preventative Medicine.
- Pioneering Bristol study wins national award for enabling scientific discoveries 27 November 2018 Bristol's Children of the 90s study has been named 'Biobank of the Year' at a ceremony in London.
- Psychotic experiences could be caused by trauma in childhood 21 November 2018 Researchers at the University of Bristol have established greater evidence for a causal link between trauma in childhood and psychotic experiences at 18 years old.
- Psychotic experiences could be caused by trauma in childhood 21 November 2018 Researchers at the University of Bristol have established greater evidence for a causal link between trauma in childhood and psychotic experiences at 18 years old.
- Children of the 90s joins forces with UK Biobank 26 October 2018 Bristol’s Children of the 90s longitudinal study has joined forces with the UK Biobank to share information and manage any duplication it was announced today (26 October).
- Children's genes uncover potential school league table bias 10 September 2018 A new examination of the role of children's genomes in their education progress reveals their impact on both school league tables and how teacher performance is assessed.
- Smoking and drinking can damage arteries ‘very early in life’ 29 August 2018 The arteries of teenagers who drink alcohol and smoke, even very occasionally, are already beginning to stiffen by age 17, according to UCL research that draws on data from the Children of the 90s study.
- Parents, don't panic - your picky eater is in good health 21 August 2018 Research findings using data from the University of Bristol’s Children of the 90s study should reassure parents that their fussy toddlers can grow up with a healthy height and weight.
- Weight differences contribute to heart health in the young 30 July 2018 Increased weight in young adults is likely to cause higher blood pressure and a thickening of the heart muscle, according to findings by the University of Bristol published in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation today [Monday 30 July].
- Depression during pregnancy rises in a generation 13 July 2018 Anxiety and depressive symptoms during pregnancy have risen by 51 per cent within a generation according to findings from a major study by the University of Bristol published today (Friday 13 July).
- Teenagers can thank their parents' positive attitude for avoiding obesity 9 July 2018 Teenagers are less likely to be overweight if their mum or dad had a positive attitude during pregnancy, a new study by the University of Bristol and Emory University revealed today (Monday 9 July).
- No evidence that vitamin D protects against high blood pressure in pregnancy 21 June 2018 There is no strong evidence that vitamin D protects against pregnancy-induced high blood pressure (hypertension) or pre-eclampsia, conclude researchers in the British Medical Journal (BMJ)
- Tackling bullying could help reduce depression in autistic teens 19 June 2018 Teenagers with difficulties in social communication, including autism, have higher rates of depressive symptoms, especially if they are being bullied.
- School life is a positive influence for abused and neglected children 11 June 2018 A full and active experience of school has a positive effect on the health and achievements of children who experience abuse or neglect at an early age.
- One in three women experience ‘loss of control’ eating in pregnancy 5 June 2018 More than a third of women report feeling out of control over the amount they eat during pregnancy, according to new UCL-led research.
- Blasting a way into crime or just clean fun? 29 May 2018 Many children are drawn to using toy weapons in creative play and will spend the summer chasing siblings, yelling bang or exchanging the foam bullets of a Nerf gun with friends. But, does this behavior indicate a propensity for future violence?
- Autism is not linked to eating fish in pregnancy 21 May 2018 A major study examining the fish-eating habits of pregnant women has found that they are not linked to autism or autistic traits in their children.
- Social communication difficulties are linked to increased risk of self-harm and suicidal behaviour 2 May 2018 Children who have difficulties with social communication, as seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), have a higher risk of self-harm with suicidal behaviour by the age of 16 years compared to those without, finds a University of Bristol study.
- New ALSPAC gateway on Wellcome Open Research 30 April 2018 We are excited to announce the launch of a new ALSPAC gateway on Wellcome Open Research, a collaboration that aims to enhance access and reuse of ALSPAC data.
- Bristol researcher wins large MRC grant 23 April 2018 Professor John Macleod, Joint Head of Centre for Academic Primary Care at Bristol Medical School, has received £1.5 million as part of a large grant from the Medical Research Council (MRC).
- History charting Children of the 90s available to researchers for first time 10 April 2018 For the first time, the history charting the world-renowned Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC), also known as Children of the 90s, back to its beginnings has been made accessible.
- Three-quarters of COPD cases are linked to childhood risk factors that are exacerbated in adulthood 5 April 2018 Three-quarters of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) cases have their origins in poor lung function pathways beginning in childhood. These pathways are associated with exposures in childhood, and amplified by factors in adulthood, according to a cohort study published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine journal.
- Postnatal depression has greater impact on children’s development when it is persistent and severe 1 February 2018 Postnatal depression which persists beyond six months after birth and is severe, increases the risk of children exhibiting behavioural problems, achieving lower GCSE mathematics grades at 16 years and having depression at 18 years of age. Postnatal depression which is persistent (whether moderate or severe) increases mothers’ risk of continuing to experience depressive symptoms beyond the postnatal year, with high levels found up until 11 years after childbirth.
