https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/mind_brain/k-12_education/ Latest research on issues in K-12 education, including curriculum, instructional methods, technology in the classroom and more. en-us Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:28:22 EDT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:28:22 EDT 60 https://www.sciencedaily.com/images/scidaily-logo-rss.png https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/mind_brain/k-12_education/ For more science news, visit ScienceDaily. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260218031606.htm That viral claim that your frontal lobe “isn’t fully developed until 25” turns out to be more myth than milestone. Early brain scans showed that gray matter changes dramatically through the teen years, and because studies stopped around age 20, scientists estimated development might wrap up in the mid-20s. But newer, massive brain-imaging research paints a different picture: key wiring and network efficiency in the brain continue evolving into the early 30s. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 02:54:09 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260218031606.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260213020416.htm A new Stanford study suggests math struggles may be about more than numbers. Children who had difficulty with math were less likely to adjust their thinking after making mistakes during number comparison tasks. Brain imaging showed weaker activity in regions that help monitor errors and guide behavioral changes. These brain patterns could predict which children were more likely to struggle. Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:50:20 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260213020416.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260212025620.htm A newly identified protein may hold the key to rejuvenating aging brain cells. Researchers found that boosting DMTF1 can restore the ability of neural stem cells to regenerate, even when age-related damage has set in. Without it, these cells struggle to renew and support memory and learning. The findings raise hopes for treatments that could slow or even reverse aspects of brain aging. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:42:41 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260212025620.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112001008.htm A small group of people experience no pleasure from music despite normal hearing and intact emotions. Brain imaging reveals that their auditory and reward systems fail to properly communicate, leaving music emotionally flat. Researchers developed a questionnaire to measure how rewarding music feels across emotions, mood, movement, and social connection. The findings suggest pleasure isn’t all-or-nothing and may depend on how specific brain networks connect. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:47:33 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260112001008.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260106224623.htm Teens who sleep in on weekends may be giving their mental health a boost. A new study found that young people who made up for lost weekday sleep had a significantly lower risk of depression. While consistent sleep is still best, weekend catch-up sleep appears to offer meaningful protection. The findings highlight how powerful sleep can be for adolescent well-being. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 01:04:25 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260106224623.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251226045345.htm A first-of-its-kind national trial shows that public Montessori preschool students enter kindergarten with stronger reading, memory, and executive function skills than their peers. These gains don’t fade — they grow over time, bucking a long-standing trend in early education research. Even better, Montessori programs cost about $13,000 less per child than traditional preschool. The results suggest a powerful, affordable model hiding in plain sight. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:40:43 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251226045345.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251225235942.htm ADHD stimulants appear to work less by sharpening focus and more by waking up the brain. Brain scans revealed that these medications activate reward and alertness systems, helping children stay interested in tasks they would normally avoid. The drugs even reversed brain patterns linked to sleep deprivation. Researchers say this could complicate ADHD diagnoses if poor sleep is the real underlying problem. Thu, 25 Dec 2025 23:59:42 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251225235942.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251221043218.htm A major international review has upended long-held ideas about how top performers are made. By analyzing nearly 35,000 elite achievers across science, music, chess, and sports, researchers found that early stars rarely become adult superstars. Most world-class performers developed slowly and explored multiple fields before specializing. The message is clear: talent grows through variety, not narrow focus. Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:05:31 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251221043218.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251209234247.htm Researchers discovered that unusually high temperatures can hinder early childhood development. Children living in hotter conditions were less likely to reach key learning milestones, especially in reading and basic math skills. Those facing economic hardship or limited resources were hit the hardest. The study underscores how climate change may shape children’s learning long before they reach school age. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:59:03 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/12/251209234247.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/11/251116105633.htm Older adults who regularly listen to or play music appear to have significantly lower risks of dementia and cognitive decline. The data suggests that musical engagement could be a powerful, enjoyable tool for supporting cognitive resilience in aging. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:31:10 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/11/251116105633.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/10/251002073956.htm Scientists confirmed that pianists can alter timbre through touch, using advanced sensors to capture micro-movements that shape sound perception. The discovery bridges art and science, promising applications in music education, neuroscience, and beyond. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:54:04 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/10/251002073956.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250916221821.htm Scientists in Zurich have shown that stem cell transplants can reverse stroke damage by regenerating neurons, restoring motor functions, and even repairing blood vessels. The breakthrough not only healed mice with stroke-related impairments but also suggested that treatments could soon be adapted for humans, marking a hopeful step toward tackling one of the world’s most devastating conditions. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 23:50:52 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250916221821.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250915202839.htm Preschoolers with ADHD are often given medication right after diagnosis, against medical guidelines that recommend starting with behavioral therapy. Limited access to therapy and physician pressures drive early prescribing, despite risks and reduced effectiveness in young children. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:10:52 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250915202839.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250906013448.htm Getting a smartphone before age 13 may drastically increase the risk of poor mental health later in life, according to data from more than 100,000 people. Early use is linked to suicidal thoughts, aggression, and detachment, largely driven by social media, cyberbullying, and lost sleep. Researchers urge urgent action to restrict access and protect young minds. Sat, 06 Sep 2025 01:57:26 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250906013448.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/08/250826005215.htm Australian teachers are in crisis, with 9 in 10 experiencing severe stress and nearly 70% saying their workload is unmanageable. A major UNSW Sydney study found teachers suffer depression, anxiety, and stress at rates three to four times higher than the national average, largely driven by excessive administrative tasks. These mental health struggles are pushing many to consider leaving the profession, worsening the teacher shortage. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:08:13 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/08/250826005215.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/07/250718031223.htm A groundbreaking pilot in NHS dementia wards is using live music therapy—called MELODIC—to ease patient distress without relying on drugs. Developed by researchers and clinicians with input from patients and families, this low-cost approach embeds music therapists directly into care teams. Early results show improved patient wellbeing and less disruptive behavior, sparking hope for wider NHS adoption. Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:32:28 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/07/250718031223.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/06/250625075016.htm Our brains may work best when teetering on the edge of chaos. A new theory suggests that criticality a sweet spot between order and randomness is the secret to learning, memory, and adaptability. When brains drift from this state, diseases like Alzheimer s can take hold. Detecting and restoring criticality could transform diagnosis and treatment. Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:41:09 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/06/250625075016.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/06/250603141208.htm The effects of artificial intelligence on adolescents are nuanced and complex, according to a new report that calls on developers to prioritize features that protect young people from exploitation, manipulation and the erosion of real-world relationships. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:12:08 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/06/250603141208.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250530124123.htm Singing to your infant can significantly boost the baby's mood, according to a recent study. Around the world and across cultures, singing to babies seems to come instinctively to caregivers. Now, new findings support that singing is an easy, safe, and free way to help improve the mental well-being of infants. Because improved mood in infancy is associated with a greater quality of life for both parents and babies, this in turn has benefits for the health of the entire family, the researchers say. The study also helps explain why musical behaviors may have evolved in parents. Fri, 30 May 2025 12:41:23 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250530124123.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250527124849.htm A team analyzed a range of YouTube videos that focused on learning music by ear and identified four simple ways music learning technology can better aid prospective musicians -- helping people improve recall while listening, limiting playback to small chunks, identifying musical subsequences to memorize, and replaying notes indefinitely. Tue, 27 May 2025 12:48:49 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250527124849.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250519131139.htm To better understand the potential therapeutic benefits of heritage art practices, researchers examined the impact of these practices on mental and physical health. Mon, 19 May 2025 13:11:39 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250519131139.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250514151712.htm A new study outlines how artificial intelligence-powered handwriting analysis may serve as an early detection tool for dyslexia and dysgraphia among young children. Wed, 14 May 2025 15:17:12 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250514151712.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250513112444.htm As kids spend more time on screens, a new national survey conducted by Ipsos on behalf of The Kids Mental Health Foundation, founded by Nationwide Children's Hospital, identifies parents' greatest fears for their children around screen time. Tue, 13 May 2025 11:24:44 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250513112444.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250508112556.htm Music could provide a breakthrough in assessing consciousness levels in children who have suffered significant brain injuries, according to new research. Thu, 08 May 2025 11:25:56 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250508112556.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506170920.htm Your brain and body literally “sync” with music, according to new research. Instead of just understanding rhythm, our neural circuits physically resonate with it—shaping how we feel and move to music. This could lead to breakthroughs in therapy, education, and emotionally aware AI. Tue, 06 May 2025 17:09:20 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506170920.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505121754.htm Physically punishing children in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) has exclusively negative outcomes -- including poor health, lower academic performance, and impaired social-emotional development -- yielding similar results to studies in wealthier nations, finds a new analysis. Mon, 05 May 2025 12:17:54 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505121754.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250501122234.htm A new study shows how damaging it can be for college students in introductory STEM classes to compare how hard they work to the extent of effort put in by their peers. Thu, 01 May 2025 12:22:34 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250501122234.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430211650.htm Researchers have been putting ChatGPT essays to the test against real students. A new study reveals that the AI generated essays don't yet live up to the efforts of real students. While the AI essays were found to be impressively coherent and grammatically sound, they fell short in one crucial area -- they lacked a personal touch. It is hoped that the findings could help educators spot cheating in schools, colleges and universities worldwide by recognizing machine-generated essays. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:16:50 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430211650.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250429162117.htm New research finds that tropical cyclones reduce years of schooling for children in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in areas unaccustomed to frequent storms. Girls are disproportionately affected. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:21:17 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250429162117.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250422132018.htm With the assumption that students are going to use artificial intelligence and large language models such as ChatGPT to do their homework, researchers set out to learn how well the free version of ChatGPT would compare with human students in a semester-long undergraduate control systems course. Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:20:18 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250422132018.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250421163119.htm Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks. Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, assess its role in word-problem solving and if interventions could boost it and thereby improve their word problem solving skills. Results showed that improving working memory helped both students with and without math difficulties and can help educators more effectively by helping teach the science of math, study authors argue. Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:31:19 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250421163119.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250419211922.htm Five-year-olds exposed to paternal depression are more likely to have behavioral issues in grade school, researchers find. Sat, 19 Apr 2025 21:19:22 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250419211922.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250416135606.htm A new imaging study showed that listening to favorite music affects the function of the brain's opioid system. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:56:06 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250416135606.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250416135603.htm The simple act of looking at a piece of visual art can boost your wellbeing, a new research study has found, and this benefit can be gained in a hospital setting as well as an art gallery. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:56:03 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250416135603.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250408122118.htm Researchers explored the long-term effects of preschool expansion in Japan in the 1960s, revealing significant reductions in risky behaviors amongst teenagers. By analyzing regional differences in the rollout of the program, the study identified links between early childhood education and lower rates of juvenile violent arrests and teenage pregnancy. The findings suggest that improved noncognitive skills played a key role in mitigating risky behaviors, highlighting the lasting benefits of early-education policies. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:21:18 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250408122118.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250407114226.htm Have you ever gone to a store or a restaurant where the music was so annoying that you walked right out? Now imagine what it must be like for the employees. In a new study, researchers found that when background music at a workplace is out of sync with what workers need to do their jobs, it can affect their energy, mood -- and even performance. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:42:26 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250407114226.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250404122432.htm The fear of rejection -- familiar to many children and adults -- can significantly impact how kids behave in their peer groups, according to new research. Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:24:32 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250404122432.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250403183134.htm How does a robotic arm or a prosthetic hand learn a complex task like grasping and rotating a ball? Researchers address the classic 'nature versus nurture' question. The research demonstrates that the sequence of learning, also known as the 'curriculum,' is critical for learning to occur. In fact, the researchers note that if the curriculum takes place in a particular sequence, a simulated robotic hand can learn to manipulate with incomplete or even absent tactile sensation. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:31:34 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250403183134.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250403143713.htm New research shows that Sat Nav systems are helping keep older drivers on the roads for longer. The study reveals that over 65s with a poorer sense of direction rely more on help from GPS navigation systems such as Sat Nav or smartphone maps. Those using GPS tended to drive more frequently -- suggesting that the technology helps older people maintain driving independence. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:37:13 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250403143713.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250328112542.htm Does our ability to enjoy music have a biological basis? A genetic twin study shows that music enjoyment is partly heritable. Scientists uncovered genetic factors that influence the degree of music enjoyment, which were partly distinct from genes influencing general enjoyment of rewarding experiences or musical ability. Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:25:42 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250328112542.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250327164538.htm The way teachers manage classroom discussion with pupils plays a key role in the teaching of writing, a new study shows. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:45:38 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250327164538.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250324181544.htm Scientists investigated whether email interventions informed by behavioral science could help teachers help students learn math. Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:15:44 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250324181544.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250320144819.htm Americans have long believed that sports are one area in society that offers kids from all backgrounds the chance to succeed to the best of their abilities. But new research suggests that this belief is largely a myth, and that success in high school and college athletics often is influenced by race and gender, as well as socioeconomic status, including family wealth and education. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:48:19 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250320144819.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250313151759.htm A study shows that high-grade glioma tumor cells harboring DNA alterations in the gene PDGFRA responded to the drug avapritinib, which is already approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to treat gastrointestinal stromal tumors with a PDGFRA exon 18 mutation as well advanced systemic mastocytosis and indolent systemic mastocytosis. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:17:59 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250313151759.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250311154056.htm A world first* study of more than 215,000 students, researchers found that while standardized tests measure academic skills, different dimensions of wellbeing -- emotional wellbeing, engagement, and learning readiness -- can play a crucial role in performance. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:40:56 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250311154056.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250310134148.htm Researchers have developed an AI-based learning system that recognizes strengths and weaknesses in mathematics by tracking eye movements with a webcam to generate problem-solving hints. This enables teachers to provide significantly more children with individualized support. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:41:48 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250310134148.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250309203153.htm A recently launched Phase 1 clinical trial is examining the safety and feasibility of a groundbreaking treatment approach for Parkinson's disease in which a patient's stem cells are reprogrammed to replace dopamine cells in the brain. The clinical trial, based on more than three decades of research, has treated three-of-six participants who will be tracked for more than a year. Sun, 09 Mar 2025 20:31:53 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250309203153.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250305135147.htm Group arts interventions, such as painting, dance, or music, significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in older adults, offering a powerful alternative to traditional treatments. The benefits are universal, with consistent results across different art forms, intervention types, and countries. Group arts interventions were particularly beneficial for care home residents relative to older adults who lived in the community. The findings support the inclusion of group arts interventions in social prescribing initiatives and healthcare guidelines, providing an accessible, cost-effective, and enjoyable way to improve mental well-being in later life. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:51:47 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250305135147.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250305134942.htm Researchers have found that women who exhibit disturbed eating behaviors and engage in low physical activity tend to have more central body fat and a higher risk of metabolic low-grade inflammation. This condition increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, which become more prevalent after menopause. However, the combined effect of exercise and healthy eating behavior offers the most effective protection against inflammation and may also reduce it after menopause. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:49:42 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250305134942.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250304235147.htm A groundbreaking study shows that creativity plays an essential role in academic success, suggesting that students who think outside the box are more likely to excel in literacy and numeracy assessments. Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:51:47 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250304235147.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250303141653.htm In our polarized society, a new study offers hope for the future: Even young children can learn to discuss and argue about meaningful problems in a respectful and productive way. Researchers found success in a social studies curriculum for fourth graders based on teaching what they called 'civic competencies.' Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:16:53 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/03/250303141653.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250226163229.htm Education experts are encouraging schools to consider problem-based learning (PBL) in a move to improve engagement and creativity among high school students. New research demonstrates how hands-on, community-based projects can deliver successful learning outcomes for disengaged students. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:32:29 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250226163229.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250225121817.htm A new definition of dyslexia is needed to more accurately describe the learning disorder and give those struggling with dyslexia the specific support they require, says new research. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:18:17 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250225121817.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250225121807.htm Making enemies isn't random. Traits like emotional instability, aggression, and disruptive behavior early in life can lead to antagonistic relationships. Research on students aged 9-14 found that negative behaviors, such as lack of empathy, increase the likelihood of mutual antagonisms, a pattern seen across genders and school levels. Emotionally struggling students were 35% more likely to develop enemies, showing that how we manage emotions and interact with others early on can have lasting social and emotional effects. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:18:07 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250225121807.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250213144300.htm Many Japanese mothers are reluctant to send their children to childcare before the age of three due to the 'Three-Year-Old Myth,' which suggests that healthy development requires a child to stay at home and be raised by their mother. However, a recent study has shown that enrolling a child in kindergarten before they turn three may actually benefit their social, motor, and problem-solving skills. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 14:43:00 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250213144300.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250211134148.htm The pleasurable urge to move to music -- to groove -- appears to be a physiological response independent of how much we generally enjoy music, according to a new article. That groove response is so strong it is even found in people with musical anhedonia, those who take little or no pleasure from music. Researchers compared groove responses to more than 50 short pieces of music in people with musical anhedonia and non-anhedonic controls and found that for people with anhedonia, the urge to move appears to drive their experience of pleasure. That suggests that the blunted pleasure sensation found in people with musical anhedonia is compensated by the urge to move. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:41:48 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250211134148.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205131611.htm Students attending schools that ban the use of phones throughout the school day aren't necessarily experiencing better mental health and wellbeing, as the first worldwide study of its kind has found that just banning smartphones is not enough to tackle their negative impacts. Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:16:11 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205131611.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205130946.htm When given the opportunity, individuals will cheat to feel smarter or healthier, engaging in diagnostic self-deception to convince themselves that their performance is due to their ability and not the cheating, according to new research. Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:09:46 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205130946.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205130941.htm A study by economists shows a wide gap between the kinds of math problems kids who work in retail markets do well and the kinds of problems kids in school do well. Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:09:41 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205130941.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250204131929.htm Researchers have used mathematical analysis tools to study the effect of classical music on a fetal heartbeat and identify patterns in heart rate variability. They recruited 36 pregnant women and played two classical pieces for their fetuses. By attaching external heart rate monitors, the researchers could measure the fetal heart rate response to both songs, and by employing nonlinear recurrence quantification analysis, they could identify changes in heart rate variability during and after the music was played. They found evidence music can calm fetal heart rates, potentially providing developmental benefits. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:19:29 EST https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250204131929.htm