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The US military is struggling to recruit new members to our nation's all volunteer force. Gil Barndollar, non-resident fellow at Defense Priorities, Senior Research Fellow at the Catholic University of America’s Center for the Study of Statesmanship, explains the reasons behind this troubling problem, and possible solutions.

Most people believe that their bodies gradually age year by year. But recent research shows there are two particular decades when there's a significant jump in aging. Michael Snyder, MD, PhD, Stanford W. Ascherman Professor in Genetics at Stanford University, says a healthy lifestyle can slow the aging process.

Recent research shows that kindergarten is an important foundation for a child's future academic performance all the way through age 17. Linda Pagani, PhD, Senior Researcher, CHU Sainte-Justine Pediatric Hospital in Montreal offers advice for parents.

Modern technology can cause burnout among women in America. What happens when you unplug completely? Hannah Brencher, author of "The Unplugged Hours: Cultivating a Life of Presence in a Digitally Connected World" offers advice to strike a healthy balance between an unplugged and plugged-in life.

You may be shocked by the number of older Americans who are caring for a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a disability or health issue. Sarah Patterson, PhD, Research Assistant Professor in the Survey Research Center at the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, shares her recent research that reveals the wide extent of caregiving in the US.

Does climate change affect trees differently in cities vs. rural areas? Andrew Reinmann, PhD, Professor with the CUNY ASRC’s Environmental Science Initiative and Hunter College's Department of Geography and Environmental Science shares his recent study results that might surprise you.

The Internet offers kids and teens many positive things, but there's also a dark side targeting young people. Pamela Wisniewski, PhD, specialist in privacy and online safety for adolescents, Associate Professor of Computer Science at Vanderbilt University offers expert advice to keep your kids safe online.

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.