Adulting: a term that has gained popularity in recent years, often used with a mix of humor and exasperation. But what exactly does it mean? Adulting refers to taking on the responsibilities and challenges associated with being a self-sufficient adult. For many young adults, particularly those in their 20s and early 30s, adulting can feel […]
Introduction As the Thompson Fire rages in Northern California, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes, the immediate concern is residents’ safety and the blaze’s containment. However, the fire also brings another less visible threat: air pollution. Wildfires like this one, becoming more frequent and intense, release massive amounts of smoke and particulate matter into the […]
This Summer is turning out to be a scorching one here in the South Bay. We also can see that many parts of the world are experiencing an increasing frequency and severity of heat waves. While the physical health risks of prolonged exposure to high temperatures, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, are well-known, […]
A major caveat of science is the ability to test theories and principles for new and improved versions of our understanding. This means that as our understanding and expansion of knowledge increases, we will go back and look at previously held conclusions and, if necessary, modify them. In psychology, as in other fields, we constantly […]
At this time, many states have started to lift stay-at-home orders, and businesses are cautiously resuming operations. Nonetheless, all companies, small and large, are faced with circumstances that compare to nothing they have experienced before. These recent changes require us to perform at our optimum, and a healthy sleep routine is a vital […]
