The phrase “coming out” didn’t start as a public declaration — it began in the shadows, among coded phrases and hidden communities. Over time, it became a political act, a rallying cry, and a model for other social movements.
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The history of ‘coming out,’ from secret gay code to popular political protest
In the 1950s, ‘coming out’ meant quietly acknowledging one’s sexual orientation. Today, the term is used by a broad array of social movements.
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Parents can be better advocates and avoid common missteps when a child identifies as trans or nonbinary by first recognizing the child’s bravery and explicitly reminding them they’re loved.
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How parents can support a child who comes out as trans – by conquering their own fears, following their child’s lead and tolerating ambiguity
A psychologist and expert on gender diversity explains strategies for creating a healthy environment for trans or nonbinary kids.
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College student mental health is a concern, but not the crisis making headlines. New data shows declines in suicide contemplation, anxiety, and depression for the first time in years. The full picture is more complex – and more hopeful.
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The complex reality of college student mental health: Data reveals both challenges and positive trends
College students’ psychological well-being has deteriorated in the past two decades, but recent data suggests the tide could be turning.
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The shocking moment when Calif. Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from a press conference reflects growing political polarization and a shift in American political decorum. A political science professor explains:
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Forcible removal of US Sen. Alex Padilla signals a dangerous shift in American democracy
A combination of factors, including Democrats and Republicans feeling more and more animosity for the other side, led to the roughing up of Sen. Al...
Since 1980, Southern Baptists have passed 22 resolutions against same-sex marriage. The latest resolution asks lawmakers to base US law on their interpretation of biblical gender roles and sexuality. A women and gender studies scholar explains: https://buff.ly/dkDBQdJ
A class is using video games like "Black Myth: Wukong" and "Raji: an Ancient Epic" to get students excited about studying #religion.
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Video games teach students in this class how religion works in the modern world
As video games such as ‘Black Myth: Wukong,’ with strong religious themes, gain popularity, a course uses the interactive experience to teach s...
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Over 2.25 million youth use tobacco products, with e-cigarettes being the most common. Many parents are unaware their teens are vaping due to small, odorless devices that are easy to conceal.
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Adolescents who smoke or vape may believe tobacco’s perceived coping benefits outweigh accepted health risks
Public health messaging focused solely on the health risks related to using tobacco products misses the mark with some teens.
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Trump’s second term is being documented without writing down the words.. The White House has pulled official transcripts, leaving future historians (and the public) in the dark.
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From Washington’s burned letters to Trump’s missing transcripts, partial presidential records limit people’s full understanding of history
A nation’s history is told by its records. The White House no longer publishing Trump’s full remarks makes this history less complete.
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AI-powered devices are everywhere, from electric razors to smartwatches. And these tools gather massive amounts of your personal data, often without you realizing it. A cybersecurity expert breaks down what's being collected and how:
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AI tools collect and store data about you from all your devices – here’s how to be aware of what you’re revealing
AI tools that provide information to you also gather lots of information from you and may provide it to third parties.
Slashing government R&D (Research and Development) isn’t just a budget cut – it’s a blow to U.S. innovation and long-term growth. A recent study finds that federal science funding has driven over 20% of productivity gains since WWII.
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Federal R&D funding boosts productivity for the whole economy − making big cuts to such government spending unwise
Government R&D encompasses all innovative work the government directly pays for, regardless of who does it.
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