When college students seek help for a mental health issue on campus – something they are doing more often – the place they usually go is the college counseling center. But while the stigma of seeking mental health support has gone down, it has created a new problem: College counseling centers are now struggling to meet the increased demand. As […] … learn more→
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Five rules from psychology to help keep your new year’s resolutions
We are creatures of habit. Between a third and half of our behaviour is habitual, according to research estimates. Unfortunately, our bad habits compromise our health, wealth and happiness. On average, it takes 66 days to form a habit. But positive behavioural change is harder than self-help books would have us believe. Only 40% of people can sustain their […] … learn more→
With Disney, the “Star Wars” saga changes philosophy
It is pointless to compare the episodes of Star Wars to extol the merits of the one, the deficiencies of the other, but it is time, at the time when the third and last trilogy of the cycle started in 1977, and while The Mandalorian triumphs over Disney +, to examine the management of the franchise by the Walt […] … learn more→
How to better preserve food with smart lighting
Autumn has given way to winter. And with it, the colors of the season that we have fired are gone: the green that covered the deciduous trees becomes a fan of colors, ranging from ocher to orange. The pigments responsible for these colors are essential for human health. In addition, the quality of food is related to […] … learn more→
Holidays without touching the books … and also without playing sports?
Christmas arrives and schools and institutes empty. Children and young people will leave their backpack parked behind the door of their room and probably will not touch it until the day before they return to class, although there will be some exception. That’s what vacations are for, to disconnect books, homework or extracurricular classes for a […] … learn more→
Does social media shape our behavioral responses to emergencies?
Social media may compel consumers to experience a disconnect from reality. In recent years, people have started using social media for more than entertainment. A growing number of individuals now use it as an amateur, impromptu reporting tool. However, this raises the question: How does an innovation tech firms have introduced as entertainment shape how […] … learn more→
Buying a home: Cash or mortgage?
It’s often drilled into us, as adults looking to be financially responsible, that it’s terrible to carry large amounts of debt. As a general rule, this is true, but what about buying a house? If the debt is bad, it follows logically that you should try and buy a house outright, or at least have […] … learn more→
The best kitchen gear for College students
When you’re studying at college, sticking to healthy eating habits is extremely complicated. You don’t pay much attention to what you eat, and cooking on your own isn’t preferable. Preparing your favorite dish may be quite tiresome and time-consuming, and many students look for ways to simplify the cooking process. Fortunately, nowadays there’s a vast […] … learn more→
Is poor mental health hurting our economy?
Across America, millions of people struggle with issues such as anxiety and depression. Not only do these mental health disorders affect the productivity and quality of life of those who suffer from them, but they also have an impact on the success of our society. Mental health issues are draining the economy in more ways […] … learn more→
Five ways parents can help their kids take risks – and why it’s good for them
Many parents and educators agree children need to take risks. In one US study, 82% of the 1,400 parents surveyed agreed the benefits of tree-climbing outweighed the potential risk of injury. Parents cited benefits including perseverance, sharing, empowerment and self-awareness. One parent thought it allowed her son to learn what his whole body was capable of. […] … learn more→
