A laboratory animal’s environment can have a dramatic impact on its behavior. For example, rats reared in enriched housing and large social groups are adept at coping with stress. Rodents living in conventional cages, however, commonly show signs of depression and display repetitive behaviors. But aside from studying rodents in the wild, researchers have limited options for […]
Some Madison School District elementary school parents are frustrated with the introduction of a last minute online learning option for younger learners after teachers have been mixed, causing some classes to grow and others to shrink. Molly Ruder, parents of a Lapham elementary school student, said she received an email from the district on Friday […]
The potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children is a growing concern. There are fears that the new mutant could infect children, despite medical experts warning of such alarming predictions. School closings have not only impaired children’s psychological well-being and holistic development, but have also increased the responsibility of parents, who now have the […]
