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When Your Pet Dislikes a Family Member: Pet Owner's Tips
Pets can have preferences - and sometimes it's hard to understand why they like or dislike some people around them. If your pet dislikes one family member, but you're sure that they've never harmed them, then it's time to look for solutions.
Kate Yakimchuk pets facts aggression pet owners family Animals 21 December 2023
When your dog attacks other dogs: Pet owner's tips
Some dogs happen to have pretty high levels of zoo aggression, so they can attack other dogs when they see them. It might be a huge problem for pet owners every time they walk their dog, and it can also traumatize someone else's dog as well.
Kate Yakimchuk dogs training dog aggression pets danger Animals 2 December 2023
More sleep means less impulsivity: A new study
Sleep is super important for kids, not just for their health, but also for how they act. A study from the University of Georgia found that getting enough sleep helps children deal with stress.
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep children impulsivity Psychology 3 November 2023
Early problems require immediate actions: A new study on kid's behavior
A study found concerning trends in child behavior linked to low income and social stressors. It revealed that behavioral problems could start as early as age 2 and be more severe than expected.
Kate Yakimchuk research children Psychology 21 October 2023
Why your dog misbehaves around guests: Learn more about your pets
Dogs often misbehave when you have guests because they get excited or nervous - and while it might be a bit stressful for you, you shouldn't be mad. Most pets can't control it, because they feel just too excited when someone new is around.
Kate Yakimchuk pets dogs happiness Animals 3 October 2023
Children behave better when they sleep well: A new study
A recent study from the Youth Development Institute at the University of Georgia underscores the critical role of sleep in children's overall health and behavior. The study found that getting enough sleep can help children mitigate the effects of stressful environments.
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep children Psychology 5 September 2023
Unobvious signs that you shouldn't trust a person: Being careful is always a good thing
If someone consistently gossips about others or engages in negative talk behind people's backs, they may also talk negatively about you when you're not around.
Sergey Tumanov psychology articles tips Helpful tips 20 August 2023
A new way to predict impulsive behaviors: A new study on impulsivity
Life is often hard for impulsive people, because they can accidentally make bad choices. Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, have developed a diagnostic test to determine the severity of acting on impulsive behaviors that could potentially lead to mental health issues.
Kate Yakimchuk research impulse personality Psychology 9 August 2023