A number of studies have tied bilingualism to cognitive benefits, as knowing another language can cause people to think in a way that those who only speak one language do not understand. A researcher from Penn State reports that those who are able to juggle multiple languages actually have an increase in brain function. […]
Sick children may not be able to achieve the same education, job opportunities as healthy counterparts
Children who face a serious illness such as cancer or diabetes have a long fight in their early years. However, a new study is suggesting that even after they either overcome the illness or find a way to live with it, there are still other obstacles they will face in their academic and professional lives. […]
More Americans considering other offers
As the market begins to open, more professionals are looking at their options in terms of job opportunities and potential salaries. A new survey by Harris Interactive that was conducted for Plateau Systems reveals that the majority of Americans would consider a new job opportunity if it arose this year. The researchers report that although […]
Personality test usage on the rise in U.S. businesses
The job market is increasingly difficult to break into, and it’s become a stiff competition in terms of how many people are applying for the same job. However, while qualifications may be one thing that hiring managers look at when choosing a potential candidate, one’s personality may also have something to do with it. […]
Study demonstrates the ups and downs of language patterns during childhood development
When children are in the developmental stages, there is a lot that goes into marking points of fully evolving. For example, speech is one of the major markings of childhood development. However, a new study suggests that using language is akin to a roller coaster ride, as children attempt to embrace and forget certain […]
A career aptitude test could bring you to a dream career later in life
The recession has caused millions of Americans to lose their jobs as a result of budget slashing, but for some individuals, this could lead to an entirely new career path that could be filled with endless possibilities. After a career in banking, Bill Blohm decided to take a career aptitude test in hopes of […]
New study finds link between brain function and birth size
A new study has determined that the size of a child at birth may affect their brain function later on in life. According to researchers from the University of Southampton and the Medical Research Council (MRC) Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit at Southampton General Hospital, brain function variations between the left and right sides is linked to […]
Unemployment rate falls to 8.9 percent
While many people may have toughed out a job they didn’t like in order to keep a steady paycheck, as the market starts to improve, more individuals may be considering a career aptitude test in order to determine exactly which industry they are best suited for, therefore making them the happiest they could be in […]
Survey finds more than half of Americans love their jobs
A career aptitude test may help individuals get into a career path that best suits them, ultimately leading them to a prosperous career. According to a recent survey from Randstad, a human resourcing services company, more than half of Americans reportedly love their jobs. More than half of the survey respondents said that they […]
Latino children may be susceptible to poor school performance if their sibling is disabled
Latino families who have a child with developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome or autism may also want to observe their other children, as a new study is suggesting that their sibling’s condition could also affect their school performance or anxiety. Researchers from the Bradley Habro Children’s Research Center report that children with developmental disabilities […]