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How to protect yourself from political stress
How to protect yourself from political stress Feeling overwhelmed by politics? You’re not imagining it – close to half of US adults say politics are a significant stress point, according to national surveys. To protect your health and maintain relationships with those you may disagree with, try being present in the moment, regulating your body, […]
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Infant abuse goes down when parents get paid family leave
Infant abuse goes down when parents get paid family leave Paid family leave policies have been shown to reduce infant abuse by 14% in states that offer such programs. The study found that substantiated cases of maltreatment declined by 22%, and home removals due to unsafe conditions dropped by 46% compared to states without paid […]
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Schools and communities can help children bounce back after distressing disasters like the LA wildfires
Schools and communities can help children bounce back after distressing disasters like the LA wildfires The 2025 Los Angeles wildfires reduced more than 15,000 structures to ash in a matter of days. Among the devastation were 11 public and private schools and 30 child care facilities. In all, the fires disrupted the education and daily […]
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