A large-scale longitudinal study found that nearly fifty percent of women supervisors reported sexual harassment in the workplace, compared to only one-third of women who do not supervise others. The study also revealed that male co-workers and clients used harassment as a means of control against women in power.
According to renowned canine researcher Stanley Coren, dogs' mental abilities are close to a human child age 2 to 2.5 years. Dogs can learn up to 165 words, including signals, and some breeds excel in specific areas such as working and obedience intelligence.
Research at the American Sociological Association reveals that highly educated black women are less likely to get married and have children compared to their white counterparts. The gap in marriage rates has grown over the decades, with 45% of black women born between 1955-1960 being childless by age 45.
Research by the American Psychological Association found that while money may improve life's comfort level, it doesn't necessarily contribute to happiness or life's pleasant moments. A focus on psychological wealth can help people adapt to good and bad events, providing a more sustainable path to happiness.
Prison environments can benefit from behavior modification techniques, such as systematic reinforcement of pro-social behaviors. Decreasing prison populations is also crucial, particularly for those with high-risk behavior, and providing job training to help prisoners reintegrate into society.
Indiana University researchers examine how rural LGBTQ youth use the internet to find representation, while dog owners' attitudes towards animals are influenced by cultural logics and personal experiences. Additionally, students perceive bullying as a false dichotomy, with themselves labeling as non-bullies even if engaging in behavior...
Research suggests that students cheat more when focused on grades and test scores. Experts recommend shifting the focus to learning and understanding, rather than just achieving high marks. By doing so, teachers can create a more conducive environment where cheating is less likely to occur.
Parents play a crucial role in preventing childhood obesity, which has quadrupled over the last 40 years. By teaching healthy eating habits and encouraging physical activity, parents can significantly reduce their child's risk of developing weight-related problems.
A recent study by Temple researchers found that heavy drinking is more likely to lead to heavy smoking among adolescents, highlighting the need for a multi-pronged approach to education and intervention. The study's findings emphasize the importance of addressing both topics together to combat this growing health risk.