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When Older Parents Resist Help or Advice, Use These Tips to Cope

Imagine you’re a mechanic offering advice on car repairs to your stubborn aunt who insists she knows how to fix her own engine. You don’t want to steamroll her or take away her autonomy, but you also worry about her safety. So, how should you approach the situation? Experts suggest that respecting an older person’s […]

Published on May 19, 2023

‘Love hormone’ influences songbird’s choice of mentor

Just like young songbirds learn to sing by imitating their elders, the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin guides them in selecting the right ‘voice coach.’ A new study highlights the important role of oxytocin in the process of social learning among zebra finches. Oxytocin, also known as the ‘love hormone,’ is a chemical messenger in the brain […]

Published on May 18, 2023

Joro spiders aren’t scary: They’re shy

Don’t let their intimidating looks fool you, the giant yellow and blue-black Joro spiders are actually quite bashful. They can be considered as the introverts of the spider world. While they may appear fearsome, these spiders prefer to keep to themselves and avoid confrontation. They have developed a survival strategy based on shyness, retreating when […]

Published on May 18, 2023