Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Lower Academic Scores in Teen Study
Spanish researchers found teenagers who regularly consumed ultra-processed foods scored significantly lower in core academic subjects like math and languages. The groundbreaking study of 800 adolescents reveals concerning connections between diet quality and educational achievement during critical developmental years.
Harsh Parenting Linked to Lasting Emotional and Social Challenges in Children
A comprehensive 18-year study reveals children exposed to harsh parenting face significant developmental difficulties, including struggles with emotional regulation and peer relationships. The research tracked over 3,400 children and found that even moderate levels of harsh parenting negatively impact socioemotional competencies.
College Education Adds 11 Years to Life Expectancy, Landmark Study Finds
A groundbreaking study reveals college graduates in the US live approximately 11 years longer than those without high school diplomas, with life expectancies of 84 versus 73.5 years. The education-longevity gap has widened significantly since 2000, highlighting how educational attainment shapes long-term health outcomes.
Lebanon's Education System Collapses as War Compounds Years of Crisis
Lebanese students have lost 60% of their schooling in six years as the Israel-Hezbollah conflict transforms schools into shelters and war zones. The crisis, affecting over 1 million students, is amplified by challenges including refugee influxes, financial instability, and limited internet access.
Closing Gender Gap in Youth Sports Could Save US Healthcare System Millions
A groundbreaking study reveals that eliminating physical activity disparities between boys and girls aged 6-17 could save the US healthcare system $780 million per cohort. Research suggests even greater savings of $1.55 billion if sports participation gaps are addressed through targeted interventions and increased opportunities for girls.
UT System Makes College Free for Texas Families Under $100K in Landmark Financial Aid Expansion
The University of Texas System is expanding its 'Promise Plus' program to provide free tuition and fees for students from families earning up to $100,000 annually. Starting fall 2025, this $35 million initiative will help an additional 3,000 students access higher education debt-free across nine UT institutions.
Post-Pandemic Classroom Crisis: Ontario Study Reveals Sharp Rise in Student Incivility
Research from Brock University exposes a dramatic increase in classroom misbehavior following COVID-19 school closures, with daily incivility incidents rising from 6% to 42%. The study highlights how missed socialization opportunities have left students struggling with basic classroom conduct and social skills.
Childhood Poverty Leaves Lasting Impact on Adult Decision-Making, Global Study Shows
An international study reveals how growing up with limited economic resources influences decision-making patterns in adulthood, with effects persisting across cultures. The research highlights distinct behavioral patterns among those who experienced childhood poverty, including a focus on immediate outcomes over long-term benefits.
Screen Time and Autism: Socioeconomic Factors May Play Larger Role Than Previously Thought
A new study challenges the assumed link between early childhood screen time and autism spectrum disorder. Researchers found that family income and maternal education levels may be more significant risk factors than screen time alone.
Educational Interventions: Small Gains, Quick Fades, Big Questions
A comprehensive meta-analysis of 747 educational interventions reveals modest short-term gains that rapidly diminish. The study challenges educators and policymakers to rethink strategies for achieving lasting improvements in student outcomes.