Although the thought that children may not be safe in their own home is a frightening one, it could also be true in settings where lead is prevalent. In older homes especially, this deadly metal could be in the paint used to color walls or in the tap water that comes out of a faucet. […]
Archive | April, 2013
Gifted students work to improve the look of their school campus
If parents believe their children have what it takes to achieve a high score on an IQ test for kids, they should encourage them to take one of these assessments. Parents may discover that their children are in fact gifted learners, which will help them find education options that will nurture their talents. […]
Personality may determine a student’s GPA
Whether individuals are finishing up high school or returning to academia after a long absence, they may want to take a personality test to get a sense of how they will perform academically in college. After all, recent research from Rice University found that those who are conscientious are more likely than their peers who do not […]
Facebook ‘Likes’ say a lot about users’ personalities
Each month, more than 1 billion people use Facebook, according to the online social network's website. So long as they are logged into their accounts, these individuals have a chance to "Like" everything from their favorite bands and films to athletic teams and brands. Not only does this provide other users with an idea of what […]
A mild TBI can wreak havoc on the brain
According to the Mayo Clinic, many complications can follow a traumatic brain injury (TBI), from recurring seizures to personality changes. In a recent study, researchers from Georgia Research University found that even mild TBIs have the potential to cause significant neurological damage. Knowing this, individuals who have survived any type of blow to the head […]