End of daylight saving time linked to depression
In the transition away from daylight saving time (in the US, everywhere but Arizona), the incidence of some forms of depression goes up a little.
Psychology
Principals shape kids’ values, not just academics
Kids often assume the values of the principals at their school, according to new research out of NYU, Cornell, and Israel.
Teachers may be biased in special ed referrals
Race affects the chances a gifted student or one with disabilities will be referred to special programs, new research suggests, though the pattern isn't crystal clear.
It’s better not to be the ‘bottom dog’
Middle school structure, like making it a K-8 school instead of a 6-8 school, might improve 6th graders chances of success, new research suggests.
Study underscores need for teacher diversity
Black students may work better with black teachers, perhaps as role models. But even white students statistically prefer black and Latino teachers.
People with purpose not as affected by a ‘like’
Whether you get excited or adopt a no-big-deal attitude when one of your posts goes viral depends on how much of a sense of purpose you have.
Facebook makes forgetting less frequent
Researchers at Cornell University have found that posting an event in your life on social media…
Pain from bullying can last for years
Negative effects of bullying on girls can take years to heal. Schools need to step up awareness & help girls cope with the emotional aftermath.
What attracts kids to marijuana-laced foods?
With medical marijuana now approved in several states, research is starting to tell us how to keep it out of kids' hands, like cigarettes.
Cyberbullying more likely between past relations
Teens are more likely to be cyberbullied by friends, former friends, or dating partners than by those with whom they've never had a friendly relationship.