Image Credit: junce/123rf.com Many individuals experience a state known as functional freeze, characterized by emotional numbness and a sense of disconnection from daily life. This phenomenon, which differs from the more extreme freeze response seen in moments of fear or trauma, allows individuals to navigate their routines while feeling mentally and emotionally disengaged. Mental health…
Image Credit: Recent trail cam footage from the Chaney Trail Corridor Project. Photo courtesy of Kristen Ochoa. Four months after the Eaton Fire devastated parts of the Angeles National Forest and destroyed numerous homes and businesses in Altadena, California, signs of recovery are emerging. The once-charred landscape is beginning to show resilience, with greenery returning…
Image Credit: dotshock/123rf.com Losing a job can significantly impact an individual’s overall well-being, extending far beyond financial strain. Research indicates that the emotional and physical health effects of unemployment can be profound, often exacerbated by how people perceive their financial circumstances during such challenging times. A recent study co-authored by Assistant Professor Jeffrey Anvari-Clark from…
Researchers at Rice University have developed a groundbreaking method for lithium recycling that significantly improves recovery rates and reduces environmental impact. As the demand for lithium continues to rise due to its crucial role in powering lithium-ion batteries for smartphones and electric vehicles, innovative recycling techniques are becoming increasingly vital. Lithium is essential for energy…
