We describe and validate the Pacific Identity and Wellbeing Scale (PIWBS). The PIWBS is a
culturally appropriate self-report measure assessing a five-factor model of Pacific identity …

Previous studies have shown that strong relationships exist between deprived environments
and teenage motherhood. However, such studies have predominantly identified deprivation …

Understanding social inequalities in terms of neighborhood characteristics and the context
to which individuals belong is important for reducing disparities. This article describes how …

This study investigates the factors influencing perceptions of air quality in the industrial city
of Hamilton, Canada. The research employs data collected via a telephone survey of 1,002 …

This article examines the association between perceptions of neighborhood problems and
health‐related quality of life (HRQOL) in a sample of New Zealand residents (n= 692). A …

Purpose: Maternal depression and neighborhood characteristics are known to be
associated both with each other and with adolescent mental health outcomes. These …

Natural disasters in the context of public health continue to be a challenge for small island
developing states (SIDS) of the Pacific. Pacific SIDS are particularly sensitive to disaster risk …

The health impacts of simultaneous exposure to multiple adverse environmental factors are
of concern in the United Kingdom. UK-wide indicators exist, but context-specific finer …

ABSTRACT Background and Objectives: Breastfeeding is an important form of parental
investment with clear health benefits. Despite this, rates remain low in the UK; …

Background: Sensitivity to noise, or nuisance sounds that interrupt relaxation and task-
related activities, has been shown to vary significantly across individuals. The current study …