NEWS / BEHAVIOR

The Worst Kind of Optimists

Some people think they are not at risk for COVID-19 and can ignore restrictions because they haven't gotten gotten it yet. Big mistake. >

Bad Behavior's Dietary Roots

Scientists looking into the evolution of our eating habits think they may know why behavior problems like ADHD are on the rise. >

Keeping Company with Pets during Lockdown

Having a pet provides fun and comfort, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Don't rush out to buy one, but be glad if you have one. >

An Antidote for Loneliness

Loneliness is a mental health burden for many older adults. But not all. People unaffected by it seem to have one quality in common. >

When Parents Are Perfectionists

Helicopter parents who step in to fix things rather than give their child a chance to struggle aren't just trying to help. >

More to the Marshmallow Test?

Kids' ability to delay gratification when offered a treat is seen as evidence of self-control, but it may be a sign of something else, too. >

For Kids Learning to Read, It Helps to Keep It Simple

Entertaining and colorful illustrations are fine for picture books, but when it comes to learning to read, simpler images help kids more. >

Late Night Risks for Type 2 Diabetics

Night owls not only tend to eat more, they move less -- a very bad combination for people with diabetes or prediabetes. >

FoMO: Fear of Missing Out

Feeling left out of festivities hundreds of miles away is a sign you need to focus less on social media friends and more on people nearby. >

More Mistaken COVID Claims

A French health minister's tweet that ibuprofen could make COVID symptoms worse became a case study of how misinformation spreads. >

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