NEWS / BEHAVIOR

Don't Overlook the Plastics Hiding in Your Food

Many know that microwaving food in plastic is a bad idea, but few give thought to the plastic attached to the foods they eat and drink. >

Questionable Teen Skin Care Tips on TikTok and YouTube

Online videos offer teens and tweens skin care advice. But a dermatologist finds that what's recommended is often not necessary or safe. >

Know Your Numbers

Do you know what your blood pressure is? Or your cholesterol or blood sugar? Many don't, but this ups your risk of a stroke or heart attack. >

Takin' Care of Business

Self-employed women tend to have better health than those who are employees. Even without a steady paycheck, they often have less stress. >

Warm Moms, Cool Moms

Children whose mothers were largely warm toward them develop a lasting sense of social safety. But kids can find ways around a remote mom. >

Do Conservatives Really Have Better Mental Health?

When polled, conservatives rate their mental health better than liberals do. But asking about their mood yields a different result. >

Experiencing Beauty Changes Your Perspective

Being in the presence of beauty, whether it's viewing art or a walk outdoors, expands your outlook and puts daily cares in perspective. >

Stay Curious, Seniors

Pursuing an interest in a topic or hobby -- whether it's history or a craft or pickleball -- keeps us engaged and our brains sharp. >

Teen Brains Grow on Sleep

Preteens who barely got seven hours of sleep a night had smaller brain volumes and poorer brain function. Kids who slept more did better. >

Seniors Goin' Mobile

Remaining able to drive is as big a thing for many seniors as it is for teens. GPS devices can keep older drivers safe on the road longer. >

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