Associate Professor, Department of Psychology @UPTuks 🧠| Adolescent and emerging adult behavioural health researcher👨‍💻 | Views are my own 🗣
Gauteng | South Africa
Joined March 2012
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Is there a place for both rational and affective processes in condom use decision-making among adolescents?
Check out my recent publication in @BioMedCentral Public Health #decisionmaking #publichealth #adolescent #condomuse @AcademicChatter Link: bmcpublichealth.biomedcentra… – at Cape Town, South Africa
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In a world of likes, follows and constant comparison, how easy is it for young people to simply be themselves? This International Being You Day, a UP expert explores how social media is shaping adolescent identity, wellbeing and self-expression and what young people need to thrive in a digital world.
Read more: ow.ly/L0iO50Zf7L1
#UniversityOfPretoria #BeingYouDay
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University of Pretoria Professor Eugene Lee Davids unpacks the alarming findings by a recent study that lays bare the harsh realities facing adolescent girls living in poverty. It says many are pushed into transactional relationships, trading their safety for survival.
Watch: tinyurl.com/3vt222em
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[ON AIR] A research study by @UPTuks has found that young girls are increasingly trading hunger for risk through transactional sex. We speak to the Prof @eugened07 - Associate Professor @UPTuks on the findings of the research on #TheFullCircle â•ď¸Źwith @BridgetMasinga
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How do parenting styles & decision-making styles shape #Anxiety symptomology in CYP?
In this @ACAMHLearn talk, @eugened07 offers an insightful introduction to the influence of #ParentingStyles on the development of children & adolescents. bit.ly/3HDQVeF
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In this interesting @ACAMHLearn talk, @eugened07 offers an insightful introduction to the influence of #ParentingStyles on the development of children and adolescents.
Watch now to explore how parenting styles impact various aspects of the lives of CYP. bit.ly/3HDQVeF
This morning on @SAfmRadio, I had the pleasure of speaking with Thulasizwe about the @UPTuks HABITS study and why investing in #adolescent health and well-being is not just urgent—it’s essential. Let’s ensure every young person has the support they need to thrive.
[ON AIR] Adolescents in South Africa continue to face overlooked health and well-being challenges, exacerbated by poverty, digital and climate shifts, and social pressures. Prof Eugene Davids - Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at University of Pretoria on #TheMorningBrief with Thulasizwe Simelane #sabcnews
🗣️We need to invest in #adolescent #health and well-being. Investment means making adolescents a priority.
Inviting secondary schools to join the UP #HABITS study funded by @NRF_News to work together to develop data informed and targeted interventions @EducationGP1 @mced_wced
This #YouthMonth, we’re reminded: SA’s 10M adolescents need more than celebration – they need investment. The UP HABITS study is closing data gaps to shape policies that support youth health & well-being. Read more: ow.ly/MZyR50WaJLm
#UniversityOfPretoria
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🌱 Investing in adolescents benefits them now, helps them as adults & supports the next generation.
But adolescent health is at a tipping point.
Action is needed now, says new Lancet Commission. Read the report 👉 hubs.li/Q03mc4ZZ0
ALT A sketched illustration of teenagers around the world; two teenagers play football with a globe as the ball, two others hold a sign saying “There Is No Planet B”, and one boy waters a plant. Together, these vignettes depict a holistic vision of adolescent health and wellbeing. Credit: Nafisa Ferdous.
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Adolescent health is at a tipping point ⚖️
Without targeted action by 2030, at least half of the world’s adolescents will live in countries where they are at risk of poor health in areas such as mental health & overweight.
Find out more 👉 hubs.li/Q03mc4ZZ0
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🎓 6 days left!
Pre-book for PsySSA Congress 2025 by 30 April đź•’
📍 Durban ICC | 📆 14–16 Oct
Theme: Psychology in Society & Society in Psychology
🔗 psyssa.com/events/psyssa-con…
#PsySSA2025 #CountdownToCongress
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We’ve ACED it for years! Join us as we celebrate UP’s legacy of Action, Collaboration, Excellence and
Diversity. Follow the journey with us.
#UniversityOfPretoria #MakeTodayMatter #UPTurns117
A guide to manual coding without coding software using MS Word
#qualitativeresearch #coding #research
A step-by-step guide for manual coding using MS Word, tailored for students and early-career researchers without coding software, is now published doi.org/10.1177/160940692412…
An important reminder for academics as we get ready for the 2025 academic year - don’t forget the enjoy life and the special people in your life
#AcademicTwitter #WorkLifeBalance #wellbeing
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Research shows decision-making styles impact young people's mental health. Vigilant choices may reduce anxiety and depression. đź§
Read more - theconversation.com/rushing-…
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#HealthAndMedicine
#MentalHealth
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The climate crisis is NOT gender-neutral.
It amplifies existing gender inequalities, threatening women’s and girls’ livelihoods, health and safety.
Women's participation in climate discussions is vital for a sustainable future.
unwo.men/AsYn50Ua7XK
#COP29 #ClimateAction
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Less than one-third of 3-4-year-olds in LMICs access early childhood care and education, despite its crucial role in promoting child development.
Explore a Review focusing on the challenges children face in this period & how these shape their development: buff.ly/40Kas4Q
ALT Diagram of developmental outcomes and inputs of nurturing care in the next 1000 days. Copyright: 2024 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Depression and anxiety in children and young people are often overlooked or misunderstood.
If you’re a parent, a caregiver, or a teacher, familiarize yourself with the symptoms & signs and know what to look out for. bit.ly/4gX4GSS
via @WHO & @UNICEF
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Research shows decision-making styles impact young people's mental health. Vigilant choices may reduce anxiety and depression. đź§
Read more - theconversation.com/rushing-…
đź’» Eugene Lee Davids, @UPTuks
#HealthAndMedicine
#MentalHealth