5/18
Penn in the News
A round-up of Penn mentions in local, national, and international media.
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What is a hypnic jerk? Why some people twitch awake before falling asleep
Charles Bae of the Perelman School of Medicine discussed why some people experience hypnic jerks, which cause them to suddenly wake while falling asleep. “If it is happening in the middle of the night that means you are waking up,” he said. “That would be a time to mention it to the doctor.”
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Doctors weigh in on potential benefits of taking a cold shower
Helene Glassberg of the Perelman School of Medicine said those at risk of heart disease should avoid jumping into cold pools or showers. “Abrupt exposure to cold water causes your blood vessels to restrict, causes you to take a deep breath, causes your heart rate and blood pressure to potentially go up and this could potentially cause a stressor on the heart.”
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Video: Why This Psychologist Says You SHOULD Argue in Front of the Kids
Adam Grant of the Wharton School has said it’s healthy for parents to have disagreements in front of their children. Grant, who specializes in disrupting conventional wisdom, explained that presenting kids with multiple viewpoints can help them evolve into more creative adults.
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Why Your UTI May Lead to Kidney Infections and How to Avoid Them
Ingride Richardson of the Perelman School of Medicine talks about what causes kidney infections.
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5 New Year’s Resolutions You’ll Always Break and How to Change That
Katherine Milkman of the Wharton School offers tips on how to keep difficult resolutions.
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Caution: Don’t Be Too Happy at Work! Why Overt Bliss Can Backfire
Maurice Schweitzer of the Wharton School is quoted for co-authoring a study of how overt cheerfulness is perceived in the workplace.
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Video: Hot Dog Hysteria: Inside the Body of a Speed Eater
David Metz of the Perelman School of Medicine is quoted about normal stomach sizes stretching over time as professional speed eaters compete.
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Stop! When We See a Red Light on the Menu, We Eat Less
Post-doctoral fellow Eric VanEpps of the Perelman School of Medicine is highlighted for leading research that reveals how color-coded or numeric calorie labels help to reduce the total number of calories ordered from online platforms.
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Video: How to Deal With College Rejection (and acceptance) – For Students and Parents
Dean Eric Furda of Admissions weighs in on how high school graduates can manage the college decision process.
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How Do I Know If I Have Lyme Disease? The One Telltale Sign You Should Look for
Anne Norris of the Perelman School of Medicine is quoted about the warning signs of Lyme disease.