Invisibilia: Should Wild Bears Be Feared Or Befriended?
A photographer who walks deep into the woods in search of a wild bear wonders if his curiosity will overcome his fear. Can bears and humans co-exist?
Mental Health
The Millennial Obsession With Self-Care
Why are millennials so dedicated to self-care, while their parents are considerably more averse to the phenomenon?
The Soprano And The Scientist: A Conversation About Music And Medicine
NIH Director Francis Collins and Renée Fleming, who is Artistic Advisor at Large for the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., discuss music and medicine. They also sing a duet.
The Role Of Yoga In Healing Trauma
So-called 'trauma-aware yoga' has mind and body benefits, says Georgetown research.
Invisibilia: A Man Finds An Explosive Emotion Locked In A Word
When anthropologist Renato Rosaldo went to live with a Philippine tribe that was known for beheading people, he couldn't grasp the emotion that fueled this violence. Then his wife suddenly died.
Using Music And Rhythm To Help Kids With Grammar And Language
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are studying how music and rhythm activities could help children who struggle with grammar and language development.
Left Behind: Treating The Crisis Of Veteran Suicide
Suicide is a major health concern across the U.S., especially among military veterans.
The Making Of Emotions, From Pleasurable Fear To Bittersweet Relief
Since ancient times, philosophers and scientists have viewed emotions as innate. In the latest Invisibilia, a psychologist argues that emotions spring from the sum of our experiences, not just wiring.
Research Shows How PTSD Can Trigger Growth In Veterans
Some troops return from war only to face a new fight — symptoms of PTSD. But everything that follows traumatic experiences isn't bad. In fact, research shows they can actually trigger growth.
13 Reasons Why Not: Michigan Teens Talk Honestly About Suicide
The popular Netflix show 13 Reasons Why is about a teen who commits suicide. Youth Radio brings us the story of one Michigan high school's project called 13 Reasons Why Not. It features 13 stories of students overcoming their struggles.