Month: March 2023

Early morning university classes correlate with poor sleep and academic performance

Sleep scientists’ analyses show associations between early classes, less sleep, poor attendance and reduced grade point average. Studies in secondary and junior college students have shown that later start times can have positive impacts on grades. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for […]

Published on March 28, 2023

Experiences with and perspectives on advance care planning in young- and late- onset dementia: A focus group study with physicians from various disciplines

IntroductionDespite the relevance of advance care planning (ACP) for people with dementia, its uptake in this population is particularly low. Several challenges for ACP in dementia have been identified from physicians’ perspectives. However, the literature available mainly includes general practitioners and focuses exclusively on the context of late-onset dementia. This is the first study to […]

Published on March 28, 2023

Preschoolers Prefer Competent Robots over Incompetent Humans for Learning

When it comes to learning, preschoolers have a surprising preference. They would rather learn from a robot that they perceive as competent, than from a human who is seen as incompetent. This fascinating study delved into the minds of young children to explore their decision-making process when choosing a trustworthy source for learning. It found […]

Published on March 28, 2023