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Be a holiday party heartthrob Written by Janet Hu [Feature image by Lookastic] How does one look sensitive, smart, even alluring in a turtleneck, without conjuring images of a goateed slam poet who owns a messenger raven? Enter the mock neck: a turtleneck that doesn’t take itself too seriously. The mock neck sweater, like a turtleneck, has a collar that wraps the neck. But there isn’t excess fabric warranting a fold. The mock neck has one layer of fabric, and its rise is typically shorter than a traditional turtleneck’s. Having originated as battle garb to be worn by 15th-century knights under chainmail armor, the turtleneck has always emanated a patrician swagger. Would Carl Sagan and Steve Jobs have achieved the same critical acclaim without their signature turtlenecks? Well, probably. But did the sweater give them that added “artistic genius” aesthetic, more so than a polo or v-neck would have? We’d like to think so. You can mimic the look of great...

Social media use does not predict later depression, research finds. Using social media does not predict the onset of depression, concludes new research. The conclusion contradicts previous studies claiming that social media use causes depression. The latest study, unlike previous investigations, followed people for up to six years to see which came first, social media use or depression. The results showed that heavier social media users did not become more depressed later on. However, one group of young people (adolescent girls) who were already depressed did end up using social media more. This suggests social media use does not cause depression, but could be a way of dealing with it (whether successful or not). Ms Taylor Heffer, the study’s first author, said: “This finding contrasts with the idea that people who use a lot of social media become more depressed over time. Instead, adolescent girls who are feeling down may turn to social media to ...

In the pursuit of happiness, we often resort to various national recipes for acquiring the harmony of еру mind: hygge, lykke, and sisu. The Swedish “lagom” system stands along with them, yet stands out with its practicality. It’s not so much a motivational hymn to a happy life as a set of specific recommendations that will help effectively eliminate the mess in your house, schedule, and mind, so that the desired happiness has a place to settle in. Bright Side has collected 35 life principles of the Swedes, thanks to which their country continuously occupies the top places in the world’s “happiness rating.” The author of the article has tested the following advice herself and wants to note that the Swedish happiness recipe is also relevant for other countries. The essence of “lagom” philosophy From the linguistic point of view, the word “lagom” means “moderation.” It’s the feeling of wealth: you have everything and you don’t experience an acute shortage in anything (it’s...

The common drink may help to delay dementia. Drinking coffee is linked to a reduction in memory loss risk of up to 70%, research finds. Three or more cups of coffee a day is associated with better memory over time than drinking only one cup. Women over 80-years-old were 70% less likely to develop dementia if they drank three or more cups of coffee a day. Those over 65 saw a drop in risk of 30% if they drank three or more cups. The study included 7,017 people who were followed for four years. Their cognitive performance was tested, along with their caffeine consumption. The protective effect against memory loss was only seen in women in this study. Dr Karen Ritchie, the study’s first author, said: “Women may be more sensitive to the effects of caffeine. Their bodies may react differently to the stimulant, or they may metabolize caffeine differently.” However, other studies have since shown neuroprotective effects in men as well. D...

By Jon Johnson   Reviewed by Jill Seladi-Schulman, PhD Symptoms Causes Diagnosis When to see a doctor Treatments Takeaway Syphilis, which the bacterium Treponema pallidum causes, is a form of sexually transmitted infection. There are four stages of syphilis. The infection can be serious or cause severe complications without treatment. Primary syphilis includes the first sign of syphilis, which is typically a small and painless sore near the genitals, anus, or mouth, near the site of infection. If a person does not seek treatment after noticing these first signs appear, syphilis may progress to the second stage. According to one 2016 study that appeared in the journal Head and Neck Pathology, around 25 percent of people who have an infection of the Treponema pallidum bacterium will develop secondary syphilis. At the secondary stage of the disorder, syphilis is still curable with medication. If the person does not work to treat the condition, however, i...

VARIOUS MEANING OF "OK" IN A RELATIONSHIP As sweet as relationship could be, it could be very complicated most especially if you cannot read in between the lines with your partner. One of the things very important in a relationship is fights. Yes! I said fight! If you don't fight in your relationship, seriously I don't know what name to call what you're into because it's definitely NOT a relationship! So, having fights in relationships give rise to heats of arguments. But be very wary of an OK in ur relationship because it answers many questions and questions many thoughts! Different Meaning of an OK in a relationship with their indepth thoughts, v OK, (Hmmm, I just want peace to reign). v OK, (just let me be, idiot!). v OK, (nah your type we dey talk). v OK, (Hmmm, don't think i'm a fool). v OK, (shut up already) #Manny's voice v OK, (you will know the reason of my silence very soon). v OK, (thank God for Jesu...