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Why Is Math So Hated?

“What’s your favorite subject?” “I’m not sure… just definitely not math. What’s yours?” “Oh, funny story…” Ah yes, math, the subject notorious for being one of the hardest subjects in school, with “math anxiety” being the term coined for the…

Filling in the Gaps: Biases and Pareidolia

Our brains are amazing, allowing us to do so much. Even so, they aren’t perfect. Do you remember during COVID, you would meet people for the first time wearing masks? Then, when you finally saw their whole face, you were…

Why You Shouldn’t Go To Bed at 4 AM

Imagine the following scenario – it’s 2:15 am and you’re furiously typing away a final paper that is due before your 8 AM class tomorrow. With dark circles under your eyes, you take another sip of your iced Americano and…

Simple, Science-backed Ways to Slow Dementia

  What is Dementia? Dementia is a general term for a group of brain diseases. Its symptoms lead to a decline in memory, cognitive abilities, and daily functioning. How many people are affected? Over 57 million people have dementia. Alzheimer’s…

The Artificial Turf Epidemic

Introduction: Over the years, a growing trend in sports has emerged with schools, professional teams, families, and even city parks switching from real grass to artificial turf. In my life alone, I have seen my friends’ families remove beautiful grass…

Is My Nail Kit Causing an Allergic Reaction?

Introduction DIY nail-art kits have skyrocketed in popularity since the Covid-19 pandemic, but what happens when your beloved nails and hobby turn into an allergy? Nail artists and people doing their nails for fun have started noticing their fingers becoming…