The Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) is a popular tool to gauge happiness worldwide. However, doubts lurk about its consistency across different countries. A recent study dived into data from 65 nations, 40 languages, and various gender identities and age groups, collected between 2020 and 2022.
Ever wondered how your parents' job issues might affect you? Swedish researchers explored this, finding that it's not just about job loss, but also who's facing it. When dads deal with job insecurity, teens tend to feel the heat more. But if it's moms facing the storm, teens seem to handle it better
Political turmoil causing you stress? A psychologist shares strategies he uses with clients to manage their political distress. Back in the Reagan era, political worries weren’t common among his clients. But times have changed, and now, political distress is a shared mental health concern for many A
Imagine you're a patient in Shanghai who's had a heart scare. What do you know about keeping it from happening again? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They talked to people who'd already had coronary heart disease (CHD) to see how much they knew about preventing another episode, what they
Early in his presidency, Donald Trump signed a big order. This order ended America's part in the Paris climate deal. But hear us out for a second. This deal wasn't just about the planet. It was about money and power. China, for example, could keep polluting without any consequences. And guess who ha
Ah, winter! It's a season that's often overlooked for outdoor activities, but those who brave the cold know there's something special about it. This January and February, Minnesota is hosting "Trails By Candlelight" at Thompson County Park in West St. Paul and Spring Lake Park Reserve in Hastings. T
The Journal of the Brazilian College of Surgeons (RCBC) is celebrating a big milestone: 50 years of continuous publication! Let's dive into its journey and see how it became a prominent voice in the world of medicine. RCBC started out as a national publication, focusing on surgical developments in
Ever wondered how the design of schools can influence kids' health? Researchers have been digging into this topic for decades, and it's becoming a hot area of study. But, until now, there hasn't been a clear overview of what's been discovered. So, a recent study used a special method called scientom
Breast cancer is a significant health concern for women worldwide, ranking second in commonality and leading in cancer-related deaths. A variety of factors influence the risk and protection against breast cancer, but the role of Vitamin D remains unclear. Studies have shown conflicting results, maki
The football world was buzzing when Ben Johnson left his role in Detroit to become the Chicago Bears' head coach. Many fans and players were surprised, including Amon-Ra St. Brown, who recently shared his thoughts on the St. Brown Podcast. St. Brown had kind words for Johnson, calling him one of his
