The journey from childhood to teenage years is a tough time for many. It is a period when feelings of sadness can start to appear. This makes it vital to look at the factors that might cause these feelings and how they change over time. A recent study focused on how confidence in different areas of
Medical students starting their clinical training often face a big challenge. They have to deal with their own fears about death. This fear can affect how they care for patients who are dying. So, it is important to understand what makes these students anxious about death. Personality and confi
In today's world, many teens struggle with social anxiety. It's a real issue that can make everyday situations feel overwhelming. One interesting way to tackle this problem is through physical exercise. It's not just about staying fit. Exercise can actually help teens feel more confident and less an
College students often struggle with going to bed on time. This issue is especially common among young adults. A recent study dug into why this happens. It looked at how students' beliefs in their abilities, their fear of missing out, and their use of social media affect their bedtime habits. The st
Parkinson’s disease can make daily activities a challenge. How does this affect peoples beliefs about their abilities? One area of concern for researchers is the truthfulness and reliability of self-reported activity level estimates from people with Parkinson disease (PwP). The activity patterns an
Imagine this: You're a medical student in Egypt. Recently, there were major changes to how your school teaches you medicine - classes, how you are graded, and your schedule. GPS helps the driver find the destination faster and safer. Think about it, do you feel confident about studying medi
When Russia invaded Ukraine, many women from Ukraine, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia faced significant stress. A recent study aimed to understand how these women managed their stress levels, their resilience, and their belief in their own abilities (self-efficacy). The study found that women's abilit
Ever wondered how a parent's bond with their child can influence academic success? A recent study dove into this topic, focusing on junior high school students in China. The findings? Both moms and dads play crucial roles, but moms seem to have a bigger impact. The study used data from the China Edu
Educators Liu and their team are revising the order of their names in their upcoming paper, "Walking with Dreams, " set to appear in the journal Behavioral Sciences. They're doing this for two clear reasons. Firstly, they want to give proper credit to the varying contributions each team member made.
The Internet is a big part of kids' lives today. But how good are they at using it to learn about health? A recent study in China checked this out. It found that some kids struggle to tell good health info from bad online. They also don't use the Internet much to solve their own health problems. The
