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Students, Take Notes for Better Recall; Use Generative AI to Dig Deeper

Taking written notes remains the best way to begin to commit new information to memory. LLMs like ChatGPT have a different role to play. >

What Golden Retrievers Can Teach Us about Human Behavior

University of Cambridge researchers analyzed golden retrievers' genes and found clear connections to canine -- and human -- behaviors. >

Finger Counting Helps Build Math Skills

Don't worry if kids use their fingers to add and subtract. It not only helps them learn abstract concepts, they'll eventually outgrow it. >

Plenty of Friends, but Still Feeling Lonely?

The loneliness of many young adults is not necessarily the result of a lack of friends. It's often connected to the demands of growing up. >

Read This Before You Buy That Giant HD TV

When it comes to screens, how big is big enough? The answer is: Smaller than you may think. The fact is, our eyes can't tell the difference. >

The Uplifting Power of Self-Affirmations

Taking time to affirm what matters to you can derail anxiety and negative thoughts. It also gives well-being a long-lasting boost. >

Why We Vote the Way We Do

What affects your vote the most -- your neighborhood, the people you interact with daily, or online community? The answer may surprise you. >

It's Never Too Late to Quit

Quitting smoking can extend the lives of even late-stage cancer patients. Too few patients take advantage of the programs available. >

Parents, You May Want to Rethink Your View of Adolescence

Teens will test limits and be moody, but good things happen if parents give teens more responsibility and see them as valued family members. >

A Cannabis - Type 2 Diabetes Connection

Long-term cannabis users have higher rates of type 2 diabetes. >

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