Nomophobia is described as the psychological condition of intense fear, anxiety, and agitation that people experience when they are separated from their mobile device. Nomophobia is shown to manifest through phone addictions or generalized anxiety disorders. In a recent meta-analysis, it is shown that roughly 94% of people have nomophobia and 1 in 5 people… Read More No MObile PHone PhoBia
The students of Ledyard High School traveled to multiple destinations worldwide during their spring break, including both tropical beach locations and historical urban centers. Every journey travelers experienced had unique qualities, yet all journeys offered new experiences, tasty food, and exciting activities. Adrienne Kennedy, a sophomore, went to Costa Rica with the school. She went… Read More Spring Break Recap
As the new year begins, so do the long, cold months. Finding balance can be more challenging than usual. Shorter days, with late sunrises and early sunsets, along with long school days with packed schedules, can make you feel unmotivated and like there is no time for this time of year with fresh goals and… Read More The Balance in the New Year’s Cold Months
Hockey has long been viewed as one of the most traditional and masculine sports in the world, known for its intense rivalries and its “tough it out” mentality. The culture surrounding hockey has often left little room for difference and vulnerability. The television series Heated Rivalry, on HBO, challenges this stereotype with a queer love… Read More Breaking the Ice: “Heated Rivalry” Reframing the NHL
After the chaos of December, January rolls in quickly. It arrives quietly and sits heavily. The holidays are gone, the days feel longer, and suddenly everything seems to require more effort than it should. With new year resolutions, January is seen as a month of big reinventions or ambitious overhauls, but this is not what… Read More Habits That Make Winter Less Heavy
Recently, Tom Brady cloned his dog, Lua. How is this scientifically possible? The method used is called somatic nuclear transfer. The nucleus, or core, of a cell is taken from any cell in an animal’s body– in the case of Lua, blood cells– and a fertilized egg cell of the same, or similar, species has… Read More Is Cloning Ethical?
The scent of cinnamon fills the crisp morning air. It’s the beginning of fall, and the leaves are changing from shades of green to shades of orange, yellow, and red. The wind blows, and the temperature slowly drops—the perfect weather for a fantastic, fun fall day all around the town. People walk around with coffee… Read More The Perfect Fall Itinerary
This October, Ledyard High students stepped out of the classroom and into a world full of secrets. From hidden lessons in barnyards to mysteries of the tide pools, these field trips weren’t just about seeing new places; they were about uncovering the unexpected, the surprising, and sometimes the downright mysterious. Behind every corner, behind every… Read More Beyond the Permission Slip
For the autumn season, most people have a checklist of activities they want to complete. This could consist of apple picking, carving pumpkins, baking pies, drinking apple cider, and much more. This variety leaves a ton of options to do in order to enjoy the fall. The season only lasts for about three months, which… Read More The Home for Fall
Connecticut, it may seem like the home of peaceful, quiet towns, old history, stone walls, and one of the first states ever named, but behind all this charm lies a darker side to this happy place. For such a small state, it has some seriously disturbing locations. From abandoned hospitals to ghost towns, Connecticut’s history… Read More Hidden Hauntings of Connecticut
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