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Health experts highlight laughter’s role in stress relief

March 19 puts National Let’s Laugh Day on the calendar and challenges Americans to take laughter seriously. In the middle of packed schedules and nonstop updates, people can choose humor as a practical habit instead of leaving it to chance. As the day approaches, more Americans carve out small,

Rethinking screen time in the age of burnout

A survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found 62% have experienced recurring digital burnout. As technology increasingly dominates work, social lives and entertainment, constant stimulation has become the norm. But instead of completely disconnecting, many people now consider how to make their screen time more restorative rather than draining.

Just thinking about tequila, whiskey or wine shifts your mindset – new research

Thinking about certain types of alcohol can alter your mood and trigger certain mindsets, especially among young consumers. For instance, tequila calls up a party mindset, whiskey activates a masculine mindset, and wine primes a sophistication mindset. Those are the key takeaways of a new study my team and I

How often are workers ‘voluntold’ to take on work?

How often are workers ‘voluntold’ to take on work?

Workers said they’re doing three jobs at once in their current roles, but over half haven't had a raise or promotion for their hard work, according to a new study. A recent survey of 2,000 employed Americans investigated the many contributing factors behind this increase in

Teens spend a third of school day on smartphones

Teens spend a third of school day on smartphones

By Stephen Beech Teenagers spend a third of the school day staring at their smartphones, according to a new study. Frequent phone checking - mostly for social media or entertainment - "undermines" the concentration needed to succeed in class, scientists say. They believe their findings provide evidence for limiting access

Do buffets cause us to overeat?

Do buffets cause us to overeat?

By Stephen Beech Buffets with lots of different food choices raise the risk of overeating, according to new research. People are more likely to overindulge when faced with many options - especially calorie-rich foods, say scientists. The study, published in the journal Appetite, showed that greater variety of cuisine - such

The Female-Led Formula Behind a Safer Solo Stay

The Female-Led Formula Behind a Safer Solo Stay

For many women traveling alone, safety is the first question asked before booking. 73% of female solo travelers say it is their primary concern, prompting some hotels to rethink operations before a guest arrives. The shift comes as the solo travel market is projected to reach USD 1.07 trillion