WELLNESS / EMOTIONAL HEALTH

The Right Kind of Parental Help for More Math Success

Parents motivate kids learning math by letting them try to work out problems themselves, even if they struggle. The process matters. >

When Teachers Enjoy Teaching

A teacher's emotions affect pupils' success. It's normal they feel angry at times, but kids achieve more when their teacher stays positive. >

Trivia Nights, Valentine’s Cards: Overlooked Social Connections Can Prevent Suicide

Loneliness has been described as epidemic and is a big contributor to depression. Small things -- cards, weekly groups -- make a difference. >

Why Parents of Children with Autism Are Asking About Leucovorin

More parents are wondering if leucovorin could improve communication skills in kids with ASD. But it appears to only help some children. >

Regrets? We All Have a Few

Regrets about something we have done -- and things we wish we had done -- change as we age. How we feel about our regrets changes, too. >

Rethinking Anxiety

Anxiety can be seen as an early warning system that evolved to protect us from danger. That view is good for anxious patients in treatment. >

Know Who Your Real Friends Are

Having lots of friends on social media is fine, but it's the people you know well and see in real life who keep you from feeling lonely. >

To Treat Depression, Rebuild Joy

Depression is often experienced as a lack of emotion. A new treatment reintroduces the brain to happier feelings and a sense of connection. >

Is AI Making Your Mind Flabby?

Artificial intelligence tools can relieve us of mental drudgery and power speedy solutions to thorny problems. But there is also a cost. >

The Big Thing about Small Talk

Incidental conversations about the weather, pets or work may seem boring on the surface, but they lay the groundwork for real connection. >

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