A new study by Indiana University found that student loan debt significantly affects college students' experiences, leading to three distinct categories: play-hard, disengaged, and serious students. Students with debt tend to prioritize social life over academics, while those without debt live a more balanced lifestyle.
The paper highlights the deportation of 1.5 generation immigrants who have lived in the US for decades, with many being targeted due to their location and ethnicity. The study emphasizes the need for judicial discretion in immigration cases, rather than relying solely on prior convictions.
Research suggests that children who overestimate their social connections are less aggressive, as they perceive a lower risk of being judged by peers. In contrast, students who underestimate or accurately assess their social standing tend to display more aggression.
Research found that pregnant women rely on common hearsay and entertainment media to shape their expectations about pregnancy. Women often cited ethnic-religious traditions and personal experiences in shaping their understanding of pregnancy mythologies.
A new study found that people exhibit more empathy towards battered puppies and full-grown dogs than adults, but not children. The research, which considered the opinions of 240 college students, revealed that age is a key factor in eliciting empathy.