Dr. Webster Sues the Inspector General
Dr. Kyshun Webster Slaps His Detractors with a Federal Lawsuit I filed a federal lawsuit against OIG Inspector General Mr. Edward Michel for tarnishing my name and potentially damaging my…
Why We Mishear Each Other So Often
By Roger Kreuz Ph.D. The research on “eggcorns” and why they’re so persistent. KEY POINTS Sometimes it’s the language that’s at fault “Pass mustard.” “Taken for granite.” “Flaw in the…
Martin Luther King Jr. was once considered ‘radical’
Here’s how he came to be lauded By Vanessa Romo Previously published by our friends at NPR. During his lifetime, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s views were considered radical…
It’s Okay to Decline an Invitation
If You Don’t Want to Go Janina Steinmetz Ph.D. You might be more worried about saying no than you need to be. People are often invited by friends and family…
Why Do Resolutions So Often Fail?
by Gurnek Bains Ph.D. And what we can do to make them stick. KEY POINTS This is the time of year that many of us plan for change in our…
Five Reasons to Take a Break from Booze
by Rachel Allyn Ph.D. The current trend towards choosing low or no alcohol might bring benefits. The new year in January holds the potential to shed old baggage and cultivate…
Haley’s neglect of slavery and the politics of race, color and caste
Opinion by Roger House Opinion: Haley’s neglect of slavery and the politics of race, color and caste Provided by The Hill Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s failure to identify slavery…
Black Santas are helping to change holiday icons
And add more representation By Michelle Aslam At the West Dallas Christmas Block Party, volunteers in elf hats are manning stations for children around the room. They are giving out…
Why Can’t We Put Our Phones Down?
Ilene Strauss Cohen Ph.D. Let’s explore our attachment to screens and its impact on us and our children. KEY POINTS Have you ever found yourself reaching for your phone during…
Are Holidays Not Your Thing?
by Gina Barreca Ph.D. You don’t have to jingle anybody’s bells if you’re not in the mood. KEY POINTS I’m not a big-time holiday person, and I’m not the only…