School recess is a health necessity, not a reward, says psychologist
Cutting recess doesn't just shortchange kids on playtime. A Syracuse University researcher says it can have real consequences for their health and development.
May 20, 2026
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Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Self-Control
MeSH tree: F01.145.813.595
You can change your emotions, but it's a 2‑step process that takes some effort
Picture Gigi, having a chat with her boss, when the meeting takes a sharp turn. Gigi's boss tells her that her work has been lacking recently and that maybe she needs to stay late a couple of evenings to make it up. Surprised ...
May 12, 2026
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Screens are part of modern parenting—five tips for healthy use
Screens are everywhere in children's lives. They use them at school and at home. They see screens used by their parents as they work on laptops, use phones to arrange playdates or look up outings or recipes on tablets.
May 11, 2026
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Toddlers' pretend play ability linked to better mental health
Children who demonstrate pretend play ability as toddlers have significantly fewer emotional and behavioral difficulties at primary school, according to a new interdisciplinary University of Sydney study.
Apr 21, 2026
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Study reveals how dreams affect our emotions in day-to-day life
There are a few reasons why we might dream, say neuroscientists. Even dreams that are scary may serve a purpose: One prevalent idea is that fear in dreams could help people deal with fear in waking life, much like exposure ...
Apr 14, 2026
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For adults with ADHD, or even those with just some symptoms, using smart strategies can make all the difference
Do you ever find yourself at the end of a nonstop day feeling like you haven't made progress on the things that are actually important to you? If so, you're not alone.
Apr 2, 2026
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Do you love sleeping with your pet? Science reveals there's a tricky trade‑off
For some pet guardians, their pets are present in their lives from the moment they wake up to the moment they go to bed. This happens because cats, dogs and other companion animals are increasingly perceived as family members. ...
Mar 28, 2026
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Emotions drive our eating choices
New research from Flinders University has revealed why many people struggle to stick to their dieting goals, particularly when their emotions fluctuate throughout the day. The study, published in the journal Food Quality ...
Mar 4, 2026
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COVID lockdowns set back children's development by years, study reveals
The COVID pandemic disrupted children's ability to self-regulate, according to new research from the University of East Anglia. A new study reveals that the pandemic hampered children's ability to regulate their behavior, ...
Mar 3, 2026
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Big feelings: Five ways parents can help kids learn to regulate their emotions
Parenting can be hard and can feel especially overwhelming when children have strong emotions, such as anger, frustration or excitement, that they are not always able to regulate on their own.
Feb 21, 2026
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