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When Do We Really Reach Adulthood?
When Do We Really Reach Adulthood?
When Do We Really Reach Adulthood?
People are considered “adults” when they turn 18, and given all the rights and responsibilities therein. But new research indicates our brains don’t reach adulthood until we’re much older — and ignoring that could be damaging to young people.
Is It Healthy to Talk to Yourself?
Is It Healthy to Talk to Yourself?
Is It Healthy to Talk to Yourself?
At some point or another, most of us have caught ourselves speaking out loud to, well, no one. But although you may think talking to yourself makes you look crazy, scientists say it could actually have some real benefits.
Facebook Friends Dumping You? It’s Probably Something You Said [INFOGRAPHIC]
Facebook Friends Dumping You? It’s Probably Something You Said [INFOGRAPHIC]
Facebook Friends Dumping You? It’s Probably Something You Said [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you recently lost a slew of Facebook friends, it probably wasn’t a glitch. Go back and look at your timeline because the chances are good it’s your own fault. That’s what a new study from Nielsen seems to indicate anyway. The group surveyed about 2,000 adults to learn why Facebook users add and remove friends, and the results may surprise you.
Changing Your Name After Marriage Could Cost You $500,000
Changing Your Name After Marriage Could Cost You $500,000
Changing Your Name After Marriage Could Cost You $500,000
The old tradition of a woman taking her husband’s last name after marriage, while still common, is happening less frequently among modern brides. They sometimes eschew the custom for professional or personal reasons, or simply because changing your name can be a flat-out pain. Now they can add one more reason: it could wind up costing them money.