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If the stresses and strains of your job are leaving you feeling burned out, recent research offers a solution. Michele Wolf Marenus, PhD, former doctoral student at Michigan State University, now a research scientist at Personify Health and an adjunct faculty member at George Mason University, outlined her study findings that found that moderate exercise can revive you emotionally and physically and make you feel more satisfied with your work.

It's one of the largest data breaches ever. Hackers have stolen the personal information of almost every American, and they didn't just grab some of your information, but virtually all your identity details, giving the bad guys nearly total access. We'll talk with Teresa Murray, Consumer Watchdog Director for the US Public Interest Research Group, who explains the importance of freezing your credit files and how to do it.

More than 28% of Americans are currently searching for new jobs--the highest rate in a decade. Are growing fears of job losses justified? We talk with Guy Berger, Director of Economic Research at the Burning Glass Institute, a labor research group.

A good night's sleep is essential for children's health and development. But Anne-Marie Chang, PhD, Associate Professor of Biobehavioral Health at Penn State University found that childhood sleep patterns may also be linked to some surprising risks that would never occur to parents.

A majority of nonprofit organizations in America are facing greater demand while volunteers and donations are declining. What are the reasons? Leslie Lenkowsky, PhD, an expert in volunteering and civic engagement, and Professor Emeritus in Public Affairs and Philanthropic Studies at Indiana University, outlines the changing landscape for nonprofits and how they can adapt.

For single income people, there can be real challenges in buying a house. One reason is the difficulty in qualifying for a mortgage. Linda Bell, Senior Writer on Bankrate's Home Lending team offers advice to overcome the challenges.

How do America's ultra-wealthy families get rich and stay that way? Michael Isom, Wealth & Protection Strategist, founder of Vault AIS Wealth Planning, and author of “What Would the Rockefellers Do?: How the Wealthy Get and Stay That Way, and How You Can Too,” shares the secrets.

Are moderate amounts of alcoholic drinks good for your health or not? Tim Stockwell, PhD, scientist with the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research at the University of Victoria, found that research into the health effects of wine and beer may have fundamental flaws.

As children grow to be teenagers, there are often significant changes in the way parents relate to them. Amy Betters-Midtvedt, author of "You'll Make It (and They Will Too): Everything No One Talks About When You're Parenting Teens," says that good communication is essential, along with proper management of smartphones and social media.

Recent stats suggest that nearly 20% of men struggle with some type of mental health issue. They can benefit by talking things over with male friends. John Oliffe, PhD, RN, Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Men’s Health Promotion at the School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, discusses his organization's new website that aims to provide practical tips on starting conversations with friends about a range of issues, from fatherhood to divorce to substance use.

New federal regulations will require nursing homes to drastically increase staffing levels over the next five years. Kimberly Blanton, writer and editor at the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, explains why it won't be easy to locate and hire more nurses and other healthcare workers to meet the need.

The US faces significant challenges in STEM education. David Kanani, PhD, STEM education expert, Director of US ORT Operations, President of Bramson ORT Institute of Technology, President of Los Angeles ORT College, explains how these problems impact national security and economic stability, and how innovative educational programs can help.

Have rising energy costs slammed your household budget? You're not alone. Dashia Milden, Money Editor at CNET, shares the results of their recent survey that found that home electric and gas bills are forcing a significant number of American to make difficult cuts in non-essentials and even essential items.

There's a great divide in America. Many don't just disagree with the other side, but treat their opponents with extreme hatred. Is it possible for a fractured population to end the division and become more empathetic to those with differing views? Judith Orloff, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA, author of the book, "The Genius of Empathy," offers some wise advice.

Brain diseases are now the world's leading cause of disability and the fastest growing of these is Parkinson's. Ray Dorsey, MD, David M. Levy Professor of Neurology and Director of the Center for Health + Technology at the University of Rochester Medical Center, co-author of “Ending Parkinson's Disease: A Prescription for Action” believes more resources must be placed into research, because while cases are on the rise, the most effective treatment is now a half century old.

America's poison control centers have seen a radical shift in poisoning incidents that may surprise you. Christopher Holstege, MD, Director of the University of Virginia Health System’s Blue Ridge Poison Center, Chief of the Division of Medical Toxicology at UVA's School of Medicine, explains what has changed and the reasons behind the trend.

Millions of Americans rely on Social Security as a financial lifeline. But will the funds be there when you need them? Alicia H. Munnell, PhD, Peter F. Drucker Professor of Management Sciences at Boston College’s Carroll School of Management, Director of the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, explains why a possible 21% cut in Social Security may happen in less than a decade, and what needs to happen to address the problem.

Everyone knows that regular physical activity offers numerous health benefits, but are the benefits different for indoor vs outdoor workouts? Jay Maddock, PhD, Regents Professor with the School of Public Health at Texas A&M University and Director of the university’s Center for Health & Nature, has the answer.

Jared Klickstein, author of "Crooked Smile: What It Took to Escape a Decade of Homelessness, Addiction, & Crime," shares his personal story of addiction, homelessness, incarceration, and eventually, redemption.

Writing a will ensures a person's wealth goes to intended recipients, but a large number of Americans do not have one. Gal Wettstein, PhD, Senior Research Economist at the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, led a recent study to learn why people don’t have a will, and test ways to encourage them to establish one.