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Enduring competitive pressure not only changes young people’s behavior, but also their personality: they become less prosocial. This is shown in a new study from the University of Würzburg published in the Journal of the […]

Researchers from the HSE Institute of Education conducted a sociological study at four small, non-selective universities and revealed, based on 135 interviews, the dual nature of student care at such institutions: a combination of genuine […]

Walk into most art galleries with children, and you’ll hear the familiar refrain “look but don’t touch.” This instruction reveals something troubling about how cultural institutions understand learning. Museums have become temples to visual consumption, […]

Picture this: One day while drinking your morning coffee, you are reminded of a friend from your past. You have not spoken to this person in some time, but you remember them fondly and wonder […]

A new study reveals how AI chatbots exploit teenagers’ emotional needs, often leading to inappropriate and harmful interactions. Stanford Medicine psychiatrist Nina Vasan explores the implications of the findings.This post was originally published on this […]

For generations, weddings have been synonymous with grand ballrooms, hundreds of guests and elaborate receptions. But in recent years, more couples are choosing a different path: the micro wedding.This post was originally published on this […]

As kids prepare for a return to class, Brock University Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk says it’s important to stop bullying early.This post was originally published on this site

People are willing to travel 10 minutes further for their daily shopping if this means they do not have to live near people with a different migration background. This is evident from research conducted by […]

Women have a more refined sense for social relationships in professional settings. They are more accurate in identifying who is connected to whom and better at remembering these relational structures. Paradoxically, this ability may help […]

As a teen growing up in an abusive household, Morgan coped daily with physical and emotional harm from her mother. However, she felt safe and supported when she posted about her experiences on a fake […]