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The Science of Siblings0
- Home & Family
- June 25, 2013
The relationships that we have with our siblings may last longer than any other relationships that we have in our lives, and the impact that our siblings have on us doesn’t stop in adolescence. We’ve all heard the usual stereotypes associated with birth order: the first born is a high-achiever, the middle children tend to
READ MOREThe Santoros figured it out — doing something they love and making a living at the same time0
- Environmental Well-Being
- August 1, 2011
This Connecticut couple reinvented their work life based on what they like to do, and now they are growing and selling healthy, environmentally-friendly products right from their backyard, which has become a family farm. The New Haven Register, 7/31/2011
READ MOREThe Power of the Son-in-Law0
- Relationships
- December 3, 2012
Who provides the magic glue that keeps many marriages together? Surprisingly, research shows it can come down to the son-in-law. Charming your wife's parents can actually help make your marriage last! The Wall Street Journal, 11/27/2012
READ MOREThe Power of the Earliest Memories0
- Health & Healing
- April 30, 2014
What is your earliest memory from childhood? Columnist Sue Shellenbarger discusses the latest research on why it’s important for parents to help kids develop early memories, instead of just focusing on sharing pictures of them on social media.
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The power of nostalgia at Thanksgiving0
- Lifestyle & Relationships
- November 24, 2011
According to nutritional psychologists and researchers at the University of Southampton, nostalgia (as experienced at Thanksgiving) fills a very important need to belong and feel socially connected, and is actually good for our mental health.
READ MOREThe Power of a Grandmother’s Heart0
- Making a Positive Difference
- August 31, 2012
Diane Latiker, 54, took it upon herself to start a nonprofit community in her Chicago South Side living room for kids living amidst rampant gang violence. The program, Kids Off The Block, has grown since 2003 to become a successful mentoring site and a safe haven for Chicago's youth, serving 300 children last year. Latiker,
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