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Bail reform is often blamed for spikes in gun violence. A new study on one of the first states to adopt the policy doesn't support that narrative.
Indirect effects models revealed different patterns across the 3 studies evaluated. Such heterogeneity of the exact same treatment across different samples and populations highlights the need to qualify broad claims of generalizability of seemingly well-established narrative mechanisms.
Storytelling can be a powerful tool to increase support for policies; but, depending on the audience, it can also have the opposite effect.
Using a narrative strategy in the argument presented in this study actually led some in the audience to move even further away from the desired position than they already were.
Climate change has intensified wildfire frequency and severity across North America, creating air quality challenges for urban areas both near and far from fire sources.
The project team found that school-based mental health services increased average outpatient mental health service use and reduced self-reported suicide attempts.
Recent findings suggest that with later start times, students obtain more sleep, and in turn have improved attention and vigilance, which are critical for new drivers.