While it is not uncommon for older adults to return to school to pick up new skills or learn about something they are passionate about, there are ways to keep their minds sharp outside of academia as well. Some individuals tackle the morning newspaper’s crossword puzzle, while others try to fit a few hours of […]
Smaller brains linked to depression
Depression that goes untreated is known to take its toll on the lives of those who are afflicted with this mental health disorder. According to the Mayo Clinic, anxiety, family conflicts and premature death are all considered to be complications of depression. Now, the results of a new study show that these feelings of sadness […]
Impulsiveness linked to better math performance in boys
Some people believe that one gender is better at solving math problems than another. However, a 2011 study from researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison revealed that cultural and social factors, more so than biological ones, are what influences individuals' math performance. However, there is now evidence that suggests personality and behavior may also affect […]
Young college students are treated no differently than their older classmates
Traditionally, students enter college when they are around 18 years old. However, there is no rule that says people older or younger than 18 cannot become a college freshman. In fact, it is not uncommon for gifted youths around the world to get a head start on earning a degree. According to the Davidson Institute […]
Tech-savvy toddler passionate about learning
When children begin to show signs that they are more talented than others their age, parents may want to have them take an IQ test for kids. According to the National Association for Gifted Children, testing provides parents with a way to document their kids’ talents and gifts. With this information, mothers and fathers can […]
When changing careers, identify transferable skills
There may have been a time when professionals hopped out of bed and went to work with a smile on their face. If these same individuals find themselves hitting the snooze button on their alarm clock and dreading another day at the office, it may be time for them to consider a new line of […]
A well-made visual resume may help job applicants shine
When people apply for a job, most of them will play it safe and submit a traditional resume. A smaller number of jobseekers are likely to take a chance and send a potential employer some type of visual resume. In a recent commentary, CBS MoneyWatch writer Dave Johnson endorsed the idea of using a visual […]
Consuming fish may lead to better memory function
As people grow older, many of them make changes to their diet for the sake of their health. Those who have an interest in keeping their mind sharp later in life may even turn to foods they hear can have positive effects on the brain, such as fish rich with omega-3 fatty acids. Various species […]
Diabetes linked to cognitive decline
Based on data from the 2011 National Diabetes Fact Sheet, roughly 8.3 percent of the U.S. population has diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. As this disease has the potential to lead to several health complications, such as blindness and high blood pressure, it is in individuals’ best interest to take steps that will […]
Gifted 7-year-old authors book about dinosaurs
A lot of children have a fascination with dinosaurs, but very few actually sit down to write a book about them – especially before the age of 7. However, this is exactly what United Arab Emirates resident Pritvik Sinhadc has accomplished, Friday magazine reported. Pritvik is a self-taught paleontologist with a passion for the prehistoric […]