Psychologist explains how to improve the holiday blues

Natalie Dattilo discusses how the holiday season can trigger the blues — and how to help avoid them.

Colleen Walsh • harvard
Dec. 16, 2019 ~8 min

4 ways to ditch your phone this holiday season

'Tis the season for friends and family, but your phone is probably a draw on your attention, too. Here are some tips to deal with the distraction.

UT Austin • futurity
Dec. 16, 2019 ~4 min


22 sustainable gifts for everyone on your list

Holiday gift-giving generates so much waste and pollution. Sustainability experts offer some greener, often less-tangible options for sustainable gifts.

Dulcy Isreal-NYU • futurity
Dec. 13, 2019 ~9 min

How people with dementia can best enjoy the holidays

Guests, changes in routine, and other aspects of the holidays can be hard on people with dementia and caregivers. Here are ways to make the season enjoyable for the whole family.

Patti Verbanas-Rutgers • futurity
Dec. 12, 2019 ~1 min

Surprising holiday stuff can threaten pet safety

The holidays are full of unexpected hazards for pets. Keep them safe by listening to this podcast episode full of expert tips.

Tracey Peake-NC State • futurity
Dec. 11, 2019 ~2 min

Wrapping gifts really nicely can actually backfire

Although neat wrapping pays off with acquaintances and coworkers, the same isn't true for close friends and family, research finds.

Liz Entman-Vanderbilt • futurity
Dec. 10, 2019 ~3 min

Does Thanksgiving affect what you think tastes good?

An expert in what makes food taste good or bad explains how other people and even Thanksgiving itself can affect how we perceive taste.

Julian Cardillo-Brandeis • futurity
Nov. 27, 2019 ~6 min

Does Thanksgiving affect what you think tastes good?

An expert in what makes food taste good or bad explains how other people and even Thanksgiving itself can affect how we perceive taste.

Julian Cardillo-Brandeis • futurity
Nov. 27, 2019 ~6 min


4 tips for handling Thanksgiving talks about climate change

How can you talk to your skeptical family about climate change? Experts have you covered with tips to convince and advice about knowing when to walk away.

Jessica Colarossi-Boston University • futurity
Nov. 26, 2019 ~8 min

7 questions and answers about Thanksgiving food safety

These 7 Thanksgiving food safety videos demystify how to handle raw turkey, a bunch of pies, and way too many leftovers without getting anyone sick.

NC State • futurity
Nov. 25, 2019 ~2 min

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