When Disappointment Gives Way to Joy

You’ve seen it in movies: a woman misses her boyfriend and clings to his hoodie or T-shirt, breathing in his scent like it’s a lifeline. That scene isn’t just Hollywood fluff. Science shows that smell has real power when it comes to attraction. One famous study put this to the test. Women smelled T-shirts worn…

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In August, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a law requiring mental health screenings for all public-school students in grades three through twelve. At first glance, this may sound like a good idea—after all, who wouldn’t want to identify a child who is depressed and in need of support? But is mandating school-based screenings really the…

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  When most people hear the word stress, they think of sleepless nights, weight gain, forgetfulness, and even heart problems. But not all stress is harmful. In fact, there’s a type of stress that can actually help you. The Power of Positive Stress Known as eustress, this positive form of stress can boost motivation, focus, and performance. It’s the…

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