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Child and Adolescent Research Group

Our research focuses on the physical and mental health of Children and Adolescents.

Part of Psychology, Medicine, Electronics and computer science, Health science, Social statistics and demography

We investigate and work to improve health behaviour, Quality of Life and mental health, to ensure healthy futures for young people and future generations.

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