WELLNESS / BEHAVIOR

Marijuana Smoke is Hard on the Lungs

Smoking pot irritates the lungs more than cigarettes do. Not only are joints unfiltered, but people tend to inhale and hold smoke longer. >

Don't Assume You Are Protected

Had COVID? Be careful. Repeat SARS-CoV-2 infections put people at more risk of hospitalization and organ failure. Take precautions. Mask up. >

TikTok a Poor Source of Diet and Nutrition Info

Diet and nutrition posts on the platform, many written by high school students, often promote the myth that thinness equals better health. >

Learning to Bounce Back

The brains of mice who displayed resilience showed they perceived standing up to a threat rewarding; others became avoidant and depressed. >

The Skills to Raise Challenging Children

Caregivers of difficult children often feel they have nowhere to turn. A brief program taught them ways to connect with their kids. >

Video Games May Strengthen Certain Cognitive Skills

Playing video games a few hours a day can help kids develop visual accuracy and impulse control -- at least some kids, anyway. >

Acetaminophen a Risk During Pregnancy

Mothers who take this painkiller while they are pregnant have had a higher likelihood of having kids with sleep and attention problems. >

Meals with Others Ease Stress

Eating with others is a great de-stressor and good for nutrition. There's a program to help you make that happen at least one day a week. >

What Petting Your Pup Does for Your Brain

Your prefrontal cortex lights up when you pet your dog. This suggests a way to help people with social deficits connect with others. >

Gender and Racial Disparities Among STEM Students

A mediocre white male student has twice the chance of attaining a STEM degree as a Black man or white woman with the same grades. >

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