How 1800s literary parties fueled hype for Valentine’s Day

You can thank the likes of Edgar Allan Poe and other Romantics for contributing to the hype around Valentine's Day, an expert says.

Sara Diedrich - U. Missouri • futurity
Feb. 14, 2025 ~5 min

Parents and caregivers: How to stop feeling like a Grinch and be more present with your kids this holiday season

Future-oriented thinking, rather than careening from moment to moment, can help parents have more meaningful moments with their children.

Crystal Cederna, Clinical Psychologist & Associate Professor of Public Health, Michigan State University • conversation
Dec. 19, 2024 ~9 min


Why does red wine cause headaches? Our research points to a compound found in the grapes’ skin

Opt for a lighter, cheaper red wine if you’re trying to dodge a headache this holiday season.

Apramita Devi, Postdoctoral researcher in food science and technology, University of California, Davis • conversation
Dec. 16, 2024 ~7 min

Supporting a grieving loved one on holidays and special occasions: Practical tips from a clinical psychologist

A clinical psychologist offers research-backed ways to work through grief and support grieving friends and family members during the holidays.

J. Kim Penberthy, Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences, University of Virginia • conversation
Dec. 16, 2024 ~8 min

Politics and economic fears shape holiday spending

A new survey offers insights into how consumer sentiment shapes holiday spending and broader economic trends.

U. Michigan • futurity
Dec. 12, 2024 ~3 min

Tips for coping with anxiety this holiday season

Anxiety is the number one mental disorder in the US. Here, researchers share ways to mitigate it during the holiday season.

Barbara Gutierrez - U. Miami • futurity
Dec. 10, 2024 ~6 min

How you can save money this holiday season

The holidays can come with added stress of managing finances. Here, an expert shares tips to help you save money and spend wisely.

Eric Stann-Missouri • futurity
Dec. 4, 2024 ~5 min

How to cook turkey without making people sick

How can you avoid foodborne illness this Thanksgiving? An expert has tips to help you cook your turkey safely.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Nov. 25, 2024 ~10 min


Meat has a distinct taste, texture and aroma − a biochemist explains how plant-based alternatives mimic the real thing

Whether your holiday table has turkey or Tofurky this year, you’re consuming a combination of proteins, fats and water.

Julie Pollock, Associate Professor of Chemistry, University of Richmond • conversation
Nov. 25, 2024 ~9 min

Awkwardness can hit in any social situation – here are a philosopher’s 5 strategies to navigate it with grace

Awkwardness is what happens in social interactions when you suddenly find yourself without a script to guide you through.

Alexandra Plakias, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Hamilton College • conversation
Nov. 22, 2024 ~7 min

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