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Science

What is ‘Drapetomania’? Why Every American Should Understand This ‘Condition’

If you haven’t encountered the term “drapetomania” before, you’re not alone. This so-called disease, which never actually existed, was a creation of the Antebellum South. Many people at the time believed in its validity despite its dubious nature. A prominent Southern physician coined the term “drapetomania” in 1851. It combines Greek words meaning “runaway” and “madness” and was defined as “the disease causing Negroes to run away.” Dr. Samuel Cartwright,

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Relationships

Why Misunderstanding ‘Soiling the Nest’ Might Be Justifying Poor Behavior in Children

If you’re part of social media groups for parents of older teens, you might have encountered the term “soiling the nest.” While not everyone is familiar with it, many parents in these circles are using the term inaccurately to describe various troubling behaviors. So, what exactly is “soiling the nest”? This psychological term refers to the period between the final months of high school and the transition to college. Teenagers

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Relationships

Wife Struggles with Mixed Emotions After Husband’s Emotional Affair with Babysitter

When we talk about infidelity, the focus often falls on physical cheating, where one partner engages in a sexual relationship outside the marriage. However, emotional cheating is more ambiguous and can be just as damaging. As Dr. Jenn Mann, a licensed marriage and family therapist, explains in an article for InStyle, “An emotional affair is an affair of the heart.” This affair can be particularly distressing for the faithful partner

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Relationships

Woman Reunites with Family 51 Years After Abduction

In 1971, Melissa Highsmith was abducted from her home in Fort Worth, Texas, marking one of the longest-running missing person cases in the U.S. Recently, Melissa celebrated a long-awaited reunion with her family, an event she describes as a “Christmas miracle.” According to ABC affiliate WFAA, Melissa’s mother, Alta, who now goes by Alta Apantenco, had advertised for a babysitter to care for her 21-month-old daughter while at work. A

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Selflessness

Woman Saves Husband’s Life and Delivers Baby—All Within 4 Days

Ashley Goette, 28, was mere days away from welcoming her first child when she faced an unimaginable situation. Exhausted and dealing with the typical challenges of late pregnancy, she initially mistook the noises coming from her husband, Andrew, for snoring. However, she soon realized that Andrew was struggling to breathe and was unresponsive. In a state of panic, Goette immediately called 911. The operator guided her through performing CPR on

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Culture

Super Hero Mom Fights Off Tiger to Save Child

In a harrowing incident near the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in India, a mother’s instinctive bravery saved her 15-month-old toddler from a tiger attack. Archana Choudhary, 25, was with her son Raviraj in a field when a tiger emerged from the bushes and attacked the infant. The tiger had grabbed the baby’s head and was attempting to drag him away when Archana sprang into action. She engaged in a fierce struggle

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Culture

Funny Wi-Fi Network Names That Will Make You Laugh

Wi-Fi network names have become a fun way for people to express their creativity and sense of humor. Instead of just using standard names, many choose to craft amusing titles that bring a smile to anyone searching for a connection. These quirky names can make the mundane task of connecting to the internet a lot more entertaining. From puns to playful references, the range of funny Wi-Fi names shows just

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The most relaxing song in the world
Culture

Let’s get right to it. Here’s it is. Neuroscientists in the UK believe they have identified the ultimate song for alleviating stress and calming the mind more effectively than any other track. A few years ago, Mindlab International, a market research firm, conducted a study where participants tackled challenging puzzles while their brain activity was recorded. During this process, various pieces of music were played to assess their impact. One

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