News tagged with human resource

A survivor's story from the job loss front

(HealthDay)—Michael Knowlese wasn't completely surprised when he lost his job as a marketing manager in late November 2012.

Health Apr 11, 2013 | not rated yet | 0

In decision-making, it might be worth trusting your gut

Turns out the trope is true: You should trust your gut—as long as you're an expert. So says a new study from researchers at Rice University, George Mason University and Boston College.

Psychology & Psychiatry Dec 14, 2012 | 3 / 5 (1) | 1 |

Making earlier diagnoses when memories begin to fade

Susan Harvell's daughter, Claire, can't list specific moments when her mother, a longtime human resources executive in her early 50s, seemed to be off her game. "It wasn't anything drastic," she said. "She ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes Nov 19, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0

ILR survey finds HR pros value disability focus

(Medical Xpress) -- Disability-focused employee networks are key to retaining and advancing workers with disabilities, according to ILR School research released with the Society for Human Resource Management June 7. Such ...

Health Jun 18, 2012 | not rated yet | 0

One in seven suffer malnourishment: UN food agency

One in seven people suffer from malnourishment, the head of the UN's food agency said Wednesday in a report released ahead of a summit on sustainable development to be held in Rio de Janeiro June 20-22.

Health May 30, 2012 | not rated yet | 0

A novel analytical framework could help to strengthen health systems in post-conflict countries

Health Dec 20, 2011 | not rated yet | 0

Want smarter children? Space siblings at least two years apart, research shows

(Medical Xpress) -- According to a new study by University of Notre Dame economist Kasey Buckles and graduate student Elizabeth Munnich, siblings spaced more than two years apart have higher reading and math scores than ch ...

Psychology & Psychiatry Nov 15, 2011 | not rated yet | 0 |

The 'freshman 15' is just a myth, nationwide study reveals

Contrary to popular belief, most college students don't gain anywhere near 15 pounds during their freshman year, according to a new nationwide study.

Health Oct 31, 2011 | not rated yet | 0 |