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English is a vibrant, living language. Derived from the Indo-Euorpean family of languages, it has evolved or “borrowed” from a variety of languages, including Latin, German, French, and a host of others. It can also prove a confusing and complicated language for...Willy Wonka Would Be Proud!
Good news for chocoholics: Indulging in their favorite treat can provide benefits far beyond merely filling a sweet tooth. It can improve blood pressure and lower cholesterol levels, improve gut bacteria, and enhance brain function. “In the COcoa Supplement and...Social Media’s Effects on Teens
The use of digital technology and its effect on students has been a frequent theme in my blogs. I have cautioned parents to monitor their children’s screen use and bemoaned the potential risk that AI can have on critical thinking. Social media poses a particular...Screens- Bad for You, too!
In the past, I’ve written about the detrimental effects of excessive screen time on child and adolescent brains. These include decreased cognitive skills, poor language development and less social interaction. However, these consequences are not limited to the young. ...