Religion has been a big part of many Americans’ lives since the first Europeans’ arrival in the New World. This is evident in the Pledge of Allegiance, many of us grew up repeating daily in school, “…one nation, under God…” and seeing “In god we trust” on our currency. From a sociological perspective, religion can […]
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In the 21st century, social media and digital spaces have started to blur the line between the concepts of influence and indoctrination. In Netflix’s limited series Adolescence, writers have managed to morph the viewer’s experience from just a teen drama to a more criminological insight into the developing minds of young teens. As per
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Comics can be easier to access than dry text alone. The use of visuals and humor can help get an idea across more effectively than content without visuals. Comics can also be a source of inspiration. It can be empowering for someone to see characters who struggle with the same issues as they do. One
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Aging is a universal journey, but for the millions of people who are neurodivergent— including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) — it is an uncharted path filled with unique challenges for which clear support systems are often absent. This perspective is rooted in the neurodiversity paradigm, which recognizes the wide
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In our current day and age, the role of technology is as intertwined in our everyday lives as our daily cup of coffee or tea. The need for a steady supply of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) graduates from colleges in this country is an absolute necessity to stay competitive in this technology-driven world.
For decades, the image of retirement has been a serene one with endless days on the beach, leisurely rounds of golf, or perhaps finally tackling that overflowing reading list. It’s been painted as a golden era of relaxation, a well-deserved break after decades of hard work. But what if that picture is becoming a relic
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Health — a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity — is so important that it has its own day! World Health Day, celebrated on April 7, focuses on various global health concerns each year. The theme for 2025 is “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures” and
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Nestled among the riverbank of the Mississippi River, between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, lies the area colloquially known as Cancer Alley. At 85 miles long, it is not only home to 1.5 million people, but also to around 200 fossil fuel and petrochemical companies. The proximity of these companies and unenforced environmental standards is
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While rates of alcohol and substance use among young adults have declined in recent years, the continued use among those from disadvantaged backgrounds has proven to have severe consequences. In recent years, rising stress levels, economic instability, limited access to mental health care, and exposure to environments where substance use is normalized have contributed to
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Schools are meant to be a place of opportunity, a place where children get their first taste of the real world. A place where we shape them into the productive and successful human beings we hope they become. Schools are the place where young people gain knowledge, develop essential skills, and prepare for their future.
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