OxJournal is an academic platform for intellectually engaged young people. We publish high-quality, university-level research papers produced by 12-18 year olds under the supervision of an expert academic or researcher in their chosen field of study. We hope the papers published here will inspire you to further explore your own academic interests and potential.

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The Corrupt System of Prison-Industrial Complexes, and How it Affects the Mental Health and Rehabilitation of Prisoners

This paper offers a clear analysis of the prison-industrial complex’s effects on the mental health and rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals. It explores how the economic motivations for mass incarceration has led to prioritisation of profit over rehabilitation, resulting in high recidivism rates and a continued cycle of criminalisation.

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Selective Mutism As It Develops Over Time: A General Overview

This research paper focuses on the developmental stages of Selective Mutism (SM) and its impact on people’s lives. It also highlights the connection between selective mutism and other anxiety disorders, as well as the development of selective mutism, through exploring genetic, psychological, and environmental factors during various life stages which contribute to SM development.

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The Impact of Bias in AI-Driven Healthcare: Challenges and Considerations for Equitable Implementation

This paper critically examines how artificial intelligence systems, particularly those utilising Body Mass Index (BMI) as a health metric, can perpetuate and exacerbate existing racial and gender biases. By analysing the intersection of these biases within AI-driven healthcare applications, this study highlights the risk of worsening health disparities among marginalised groups.

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Evaluating Efforts of Organisations like the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Providing Assistance and Protection to War Refugees

This research article covers the challenges that refugees face along their journey to a new life, potentially including mental health issues, integration into new societies, the experience of internal displacement, and the media’s effect on preconceptions of refugees.

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