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mental health Jonathan Haidt's book presents stark data on the negative effects of smartphones on youth Yoy Luadha
COVID-19 New study reveals that almost 1 in 4 adults in the United States who had COVID also developed long COVID symptoms Jennifer Sandlin
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Child Development Christian parenting expert recommends spanking toddlers so they act excited to see you Mark Frauenfelder
neuroscience One night of lost sleep works as well as ketamine in fighting depression, says new study Mark Frauenfelder
Science Study finds 22-minute walk offsets mortality associated with sitting on butt all day Rob Beschizza
gop Speaker nominee Mike Johnson's MAGA Logic: "Roe v. Wade toppled over the economy" Mark Frauenfelder
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FDA FDA warns against using corrosive "black salve" — a deadly cure-all that's disfiguring lives Jennifer Sandlin
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