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Suicide rates spike nationally among youth after '13 Reasons Why' release

A recent study found a significant increase in youth suicide deaths following the release of '13 Reasons Why,' highlighting the need for responsible reporting on suicide. The series' portrayal of suicidal behavior has been criticized for potentially promoting simplistic explanations and glorifying the decedent.

SourceNationwide Children's Hospital·JournalJournal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry·DateApr 29, 2019

Giving up on your goal? Read this first

A series of setbacks can lead to an 'action crisis,' causing individuals to question the importance of their goal. New research reveals that repeated struggles and setbacks can cause people to devalue their goal, making it harder to stick to it. However, knowing ahead of time when an action crisis may occur allows individuals to prepar...

SourcePenn State·JournalPsychology and Marketing·DateJun 25, 2018

Accounting for volcanoes using tools of economics

A new technique combines economics and volcano science to identify past eruptions from tree-ring temperature reconstructions, potentially pinpointing previously unknown eruptions. The method may help separate volcanic impacts on climate from random variability, informing policy and scientific applications.

SourceColumbia Climate School·JournalJournal of Economic Surveys·DateApr 20, 2016

The future is now: Reining in procrastination

Researchers found that thinking of the future as now can motivate individuals to accomplish their goals. By considering deadlines in days instead of months or years, people are more likely to start working on their objectives. This shift in time metrics reduces procrastination and increases willingness to save for long-term goals.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalPsychological Science·DateMay 1, 2015

How to win by concession and avoid unproductive conflict

A new study published in Economic Inquiry explores how potential losers can use small concessions to successfully appease expected winners, but only under specific conditions. The researchers found that appeasement can be a good plan when choice is possible, and trade should be chosen over conflict.

SourceWiley·JournalEconomic Inquiry·DateOct 13, 2009

The Lancet series on health system reform in China

The Lancet Series on Health System Reform in China brings together scientific evidence on China's major health challenges and its health strategies. The series aims to foster collaboration between China, the World Health Organization, and international partners to strengthen the Chinese people's healthcare.

SourceThe Lancet_DELETED·JournalThe Lancet·DateOct 19, 2008

Bacterial persistence in streams

A study by the University of Tennessee investigates the temporal patterns and statistical persistence of total coliform bacteria in a stream. The research found that short-term persistence is dominated by runoff events, while longer-term persistence is likely related to baseflow, or groundwater supply.

SourceAmerican Society of Agronomy·JournalJournal of Environmental Quality·DateAug 5, 2008

The shadow over consumers

Researchers found that consumers tend to spend more money on brand-name items when someone they don't know is nearby. In contrast, consumers are more likely to buy cheaper items when no one is around. The study suggests that store owners can increase profits by optimizing product placement to minimize feelings of isolation or anxiety.

SourceUniversity of Alberta·JournalJournal of Consumer Research·DateSep 7, 2005