Social Sciences
Most colleges score low on helping students of all faiths, or none, develop a sense of belonging
What helps students from all walks of life have a good college experience?This post was originally published on this site
Social Sciences
Social Sciences
Child-care affordability is coming at the expense of equity, and it’s time governments acted
Five years into Canada’s $10-a-day child care plan, affordability has improved dramatically for families fortunate enough to have a space. However, the families who need care the most are being left behind.This post was originally […]
Social Sciences
Forensic linguistics: How dark web criminals give themselves away with their language
Shannon McCoole ran one of the world’s largest dark web child abuse forums for around three years in the early 2010s. The forum provided a secure online space in which those interested in abusing children […]
Social Sciences
Know when to fold ’em: Study reveals benefits of dropping unrealistic goals
Though many people may benefit from setting life goals, new research led by Curtin University has revealed working towards unachievable targets could in fact have a negative impact on overall well-being—and knowing when to abandon […]
Social Sciences
Why ‘incel’ social media accounts are encouraging young people towards extreme ‘looksmaxxing’ procedures
A new study carried out by cybercrime and gender experts at the University of Portsmouth has revealed that incel social media accounts are rebranding to bypass bans and appeal to wider audiences on TikTok.This post […]
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Rethinking support surrounding intimate partner violence
Western Sydney University has launched a groundbreaking new study on the use of intimate partner violence (IPV) by young men aged 16–25. This is the first Australian study on this topic, and the first to […]
Social Sciences
How friends’ support protects intercultural couples
New research examines how social approval from different sources predicts relationship quality for intercultural couples. Researchers found that having supportive friends can be a powerful protective factor, especially when they face disapproval from family or […]
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Diaper changes are not just a chore to rush through. You can use them to teach consent
There has been a lot of focus on the need to teach older children about consent. But parents should not wait until kids are teenagers to talk about appropriate touching or how everyone has the […]
Social Sciences
Beyond rent: Shared houses in Tokyo offer lifestyle, safety and community
Rapid social and demographic change has reshaped how people live and connect in cities. In Tokyo, where urban density meets growing individualization, a new form of collective housing—shared houses—is redefining what home means. To understand […]
Social Sciences
Small group counseling boosts students’ emotional skills and school connectedness
Across the United States, children spend more than 1,100 hours in school each year—time that shapes not only their academic success but also their emotional and social growth. Yet, for many students, the school environment […]