Motherhood improves learning and memory

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Pregnancy and a litter of pups may unite to boost spatial learning and memory in female rats. Hormone-induced changes in the hippocampus may boost the navigation abilities involved in parental resource-gathering behaviours. Concurrent changes in both the hippocampus and the medial preoptic area could play a role in the clear behavioural transition seen in maternal females. The sensory stimulation associated with having pups may have an impact on brain structure and function similar to that prompted by other forms of enriched physical environment.

Physiological aspects, Pregnancy, Rats

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Learning improved by arts training

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Learning of music strengthens visuospatial reasoning temporarily which results in better performance by students in their school studies. A group of students who participated in arts activities showed a change in attitudes toward school and studies. The students realized that they can learn challenging skills that are required in arts activities. The activities also improved mental faculties required for developing mathematical skills.

Psychological aspects, Analysis, Observations, Music, Activity programs (Education), Learning ability, Activity programs in education

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In memory of Vito Torelli

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Photographer Vito Torelli covered animal welfare stories for several animal activist periodicals. His dedication to his craft benefitted the animal rights movement greatly, to which he often gave his time and efforts for free.

Obituary, Photographers, Torelli, Vito

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