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After completing a bachelor's degree in biology and masters degree in psychology, I went on to do just about everything that's legal (and perhaps a few things that weren't). In my convoluted career path, I have wandered into zoo keeping, copywriting, market

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Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts What is science?: 1 of 11
Science is a tool, a particular way of investigating a question. When exploring a scientific question, a hypothesis is made, data are collected, and, in the end, the hypothesis is either supported or refuted. And scientists aren't afraid of being wrong. Having hypotheses disproved is often part of a scientist's job. In order... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Sleep and depression: Are they related?: 3 of 30
It's much easier to maintain a healthy mood than to crawl out of an episode of depression. Although not a panacea, getting enough sleep and exercise can help you reduce and manage those disruptive emotional dips. * How Much Sleep Do People Need? * Both adult men and women require about 7.5 to 8.5 hours of sleep each night. ... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Drama & Issues How to handle stalkers: 1 of 10
What most of us understand to be "stalking" are the well-publicized incidents involving celebrities, but you don't need to be famous to become a stalker's fixation. Here's what you need to know in order to protect yourself from this crime of obsession.WHAT IS STALKING? Stalking is a crime of obsession, and is often associated... More..
Health & Fitness > Personality Disorders Borderline personality disorder: Symptoms and treatment: 1 of 9
According to the DSM-IV-TR, psychology's diagnostic bible, BPD is a type of psychological personality disorder that interferes with an individual's ability to regulate emotion. The characteristic emotional instability results in dramatic and abrupt shifts in mood, impulsivity, poor self-image, tumultuous interpersonal relatio... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Acquiring dogs: Adult or puppy: 3 of 26
It's easy to be hasty and impulsive when adopting a pet. The sight of that cute wriggling puppy can toss your ability to reason right out the window. But remember, dog ownership is a long-term relationship. It is important to take time to consider why you want a dog and to carefully select the breed that would best suit your ... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Basic herb gardening: 2 of 15
If you cook with herbs, or use them in herbal tea infusions, there is nothing better than having fresh live herbs on hand whenever you need them. Purchasing fresh cut herbs in the store can be expensive, requires planning ahead and often leaves you with more herb than you need for the recipe. Growing your own provides a const... More..
Sciences > Molecular Biology What are genetic mutations and what causes them?: 1 of 7
Ever wonder why your cat has six toes? Does the latest X-Men movie leave you curious about real mutants? Here's an explanation of genetic mutations; what they are and and how they occur in nature. * The Genetic Code * Genes are units of inheritance that exist within chromosomes; each chromosome a double-stranded molecule of... More..
Sciences > Astronomy How astronauts manage bodily functions in space: 1 of 7
The tasks of daily living that most of us take for granted are much more challenging to accomplish in outer space, especially those personal activities involving an astronaut's privates. The question of how to capture human waste at zero Gs is so important in fact, that in 2007 NASA spent 19 million to address it, purchasing ... More..
Personal Finance > Banking Basics A guide to online banking and bill pay: 8 of 54
In a complex world, many of us are looking for a means to simplify our hectic lives, and online banking is one way to save both time and money. You can virtually eliminate trips to your financial institution by taking care of your banking activities from your home, office, or anywhere with access to the Internet. Perhaps you... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Wine beef pot roast: 2 of 12
This extremely easy recipe for Beef Roast with Browned Carrots and Potatoes will give you a flavorful, juicy, tender roast every single time, without fail.Serves: 4Time to Table: 2 hoursIngredients:* 3 lb. beef chuck roast (can also use round roast)* unflavored tenderizer* 2 cups of water* 1 package beef onion soup mix* 1 cup... More..