Remember the Adolescent Health Study—turns out regular family dinners were found to be linked to lower teen drug use, better grades, and stronger mental health.

Wild that one of the best interventions might just be spaghetti at 6pm.
addhealth.cpc.unc.edu

Today I realized I have purchased my last #coach handbag. I have used their purses nearly exclusively for over 30 years...but my latest batch have not held up like my older ones. I fear the quality is why ... because at my age now, I am much nicer than I was some 20+ years ago.

I love Spring! I am hoping for some good science ideas this weekend with all the AI/LLM advancements...I feel a new study forming and the making of a really cool paper. Something that will really help internet researchers... 😊

The second of our Featured Symposia is chaired by @brenda-curtis.bsky.social from NIDA exploring big data and novel technology approaches to pharmacology and psychiatry research and treatment. #EBPS2025

Of >105,000 participants with 30-year follow-up, only 9.3% achieved healthy aging (age 70, w/o any chronic diseases). Their diet was significantly associated with this outcome. @naturemedicine.bsky.social

As AI becomes more conversational, one thing remains clear: people can tell the difference between sounding empathetic and being empathetic. Designing AI that genuinely connects means understanding not just language, but human perception.

Reflecting on my 2021 study on bots spreading misinformation, it's evident that automated accounts (& people who act like bots) continue to influence public discourse. Understanding and mitigating misinformation remains crucial for informed decision-making.
www.jmir.org/2021/5/e26933/

Finally on here. Excited to share ideas, projects, and maybe a few questions that keep me up at night.