News tagged with involved
Researcher compiles evidence in support of Darwin's theory of sexual selection
In 1871, Charles Darwin sparked debate that continues today when he proposed that human sex differences evolved based on sexual selection. Sexual selection is Darwin's theory that certain physical, mental or psychological ...
Apr 13, 2010 |
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Fighting crime with math: Model explains hot spots of illegal activity
(PhysOrg.com) -- Why are some neighborhoods plagued by break-ins while others nearby are relatively unscathed? Why do drug dealers hang out on that corner? And why is police intervention effective in some ...
Mar 22, 2010 |
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Faithful females who choose good providers key to evolutionary shift to modern family, study finds
In early human evolution, when faithful females began to choose good providers as mates, pair-bonding replaced promiscuity, laying the foundation for the emergence of the institution of the modern family, a new study finds.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
May 28, 2012 |
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Tough girl or sidechick?
These have the potential to influence a young viewing audience and their ideas about gender and violence. Her study is published in Springer's journal Sex Roles.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Apr 21, 2010 |
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Bilingual family liaisons increasingly important service for schools
Even during tough economic times, a school district's decision to cut support services aimed at helping Hispanic students and their families navigate through the public school system will prove to be a shortsighted ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Mar 25, 2010 |
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Tying education to future goals may boost grades more than helping with homework
Helping middle school students with their homework may not be the best way to get them on the honor roll. But telling them how important academic performance is to their future job prospects and providing specific strategies ...
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
May 19, 2009 |
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Religious young adults become obese by middle age
(PhysOrg.com) -- Could it be the potato salad? Young adults who frequently attend religious activities are 50 percent more likely to become obese by middle age as young adults with no religious involvement, according to new ...
Mar 24, 2011 |
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Parent involvement continues to be important in elementary years
Promoting parent involvement has been a big part of efforts to improve school performance. A new study has found that children whose parents were more involved across elementary school had fewer problem behaviors and better ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
May 14, 2010 |
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Father involvement in pregnancy could reduce infant mortality
Studies have shown fathers who are active in their children's upbringing can significantly benefit their children's early development, academic achievement and well being. Now, a new study by University of ...
Jun 17, 2010 |
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UK study: Fans in the boardroom good for football
(PhysOrg.com) -- A study by University of Manchester economists has backed calls from supporters groups who argue that their representation in the boardroom is generally good for football.
Jun 23, 2010 |
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Americans remain divided on government involvement in health insurance: survey
Researchers from Indiana University's Center for Health Policy and Professionalism Research (CHPPR) have found that support for government-sponsored health insurance for individuals under age 65 remains virtually the same ...
Aug 10, 2009 |
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Study finds 18- to 24-year-old group more politically active, but not more knowledgeable
A study by three Kansas State University graduate students finds that the 18- to 24-year-old demographic became more politically active during the 2008 U.S. election season through the use of new media, but that the young ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Aug 13, 2009 |
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How schools, parents can work together for successful kids
It is widely understood that, ideally, schools and parents should work together to ensure that children can succeed as students and citizens. But what is the right balance? And how much do teachers want parents involved in ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Aug 18, 2009 |
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Social media's impact on kids merits big debate: US expert
Facebook's big stock offering on Wall Street must be followed by an intensive debate on Main Street about social media's powerful impact on children, an expert on the topic says.
May 13, 2012 |
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Walk places, meet people and build social capital
People who live in walkable communities are more civically involved and have greater levels of trust than those who live in less walkable neighborhoods. And this increase in so-called 'social capital' is associated with higher ...
Dec 07, 2010 |
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