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Using Chosen Names Reduces Odds of Depression and Suicide in Transgender Youths

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Victimization of Transgender Youths Linked to Suicidal Thoughts, Substance Abuse

Researchers led by Stephen Russell of the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences have found transgender adolescents are at greater risk for substance abuse and suicidal thoughts, in part because of depression and school-based bullying.

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Couples Weather Bickering With a Little Help from Their Friends

Research led by Lisa Neff finds close social ties help alleviate stress linked to marital conflicts.

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UT Austin Part of New Partnership for Innovations in Fibers, Fabrics

UT Austin is now a participant of a high-tech partnership called Advanced Functional Fibers of America.

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Mixing Ages in Head Start Stunts Academic Progress

Four-year-olds in the nation’s largest preschool program fare worse with 3-year-olds in their classrooms, according to new research led by Elizabeth Gershoff that shows a common practice in most Head Start programs may stunt children’s learning.

Different Ages, Different Learning: An infographic explains that separating children who are 3 from those who are 4 in Head Start may improve academic progress. Children play with blocks and the infographic summarizes differences in vocabulary, socialization, color recognition, etc. summarized in the article.