Anyone you ask will tell you that confidence is key to dating. Throw that out the window since a new study suggests that confidence makes you seem arrogant! Being insecure may be the key to winning hearts! Read more to see what this recent study reveals!
Author: Susmita Baral
Susmita is a recent graduate of Rutgers University with a double major in Biological Sciences and Psychology and minor in South Asian studies. While at Rutgers, Susmita found the University's first chapter of Phi Delta Epsilon, an international co-ed fraternity, and served as Colony Coordinator and President. Susmita discovered her passion for writing in college when she found herself enjoying researching for and writing papers instead of working at biology labs. Upon graduating college, she took a 180 degree turn in her career goals and pursued her passion for writing. Susmita enjoys cooking and chronicles her culinary expeditions on her blog “Macaroni & Masala.” She is in pursuit of learning to fluently speak French and Italian and her interests include photography, traveling, art history and interior design. Susmita has earned the nickname "Brown Oprah" for moonlighting as a psychotherapist to her friends and family--offering advice in dating, interpersonal relationships, life goals and school. On College Cures Susmita channels her "inner Oprah" and parts advice based on her experiences as a college student.
The stereotype that eating disorders affect only affluent, white, teenage girls no longer applies! Read more about the rise of anorexia in young men and be sure to watch for these signs if you think one of your friends is becoming man-orexic.
Need your weekly fix of news? Check out the news recap for College Cures, which covers all the news from this week in sports, entertainment, US and foreign news, and much, much more! What’s in the recap this week? Miranda Kerr, Michael Douglass and the Tucson shooting!
Study shows that the age old myth claiming beer to be the cause of the dreaded “beer belly” is false! Read more about the study that revealed the real story and what is REALLY responsible for all that extra “beer” in your belly.
Sex, booze or money just can’t compare with the pleasure college students get from a boost to their self-esteem, according a new study of college students that found the desire for praise trumped other desires or needs. Read more and see if you agree with these findings!
Studies show music has the same affect on the brain as do drugs. Does music have the ability to cause you to feel euphoria? What do you think about the music you listen to? Do you view your music as a drug? Find out more on the study here!
Ever wondered what’s the right way to tell your girlfriend she’s putting on weight or tell your boyfriend that you don’t want to spend Thanksgiving with his family because you hate them? Look no more: See the 4 simple rules on how to discuss sensitive topics with your partner!
Ladies, ever wondered the effect of crying on men? Many women believe that crying makes men feel sympathetic and more loving towards a woman. If you thought that, think again! Read on to hear all about the science behind what happens when you cry in front of your man.
There is no better way to announce a new relationship than going from single to “in a relationship with…” on Facebook. With social networking sites (read: Facebook) becoming the new platform for socializing regularly, a new code of etiquette has come about on how to handle your relationship and Facebook. What’s “Facebook appropriate” and what is sharing TOO much?
Need your weekly fix of news? Check out the news recap for College Cures, which covers all the news from this week in sports, entertainment, US and foreign news, and much, much more! Who’s in the recap this week? Yao Ming, Taylor Swift, Mila Kunis and more!
These tips should help to decipher the dress code for any event you may be invited to so the next time you are unsure of what “black tie optional” REALLY means, check out our tips and you will be looking dapper in no time! From weddings to business meetings, you need to know what each type of dress code means, check it out here.
Now that you’ve passed formal dining etiquette 1, you need a second round of tips to get you through the first course and past dessert. Follow these tips when dining with your boss, your partner’s parents, or anyone else you would like to impress. Dining etiquette is an important lesson and everyone should be familiar with the rules!
If you think all the cutlery you need at a proper dinner is a knife, spoon and fork then this article is for you! When dining at a fancy restaurant or a formal place, your place setting is filled with glasses, plates and cutlery. Learn what utensil is used for what function so that you don’t commit the ultimate faux pas whether you are with your boss or your partner’s parents, always make a good first impression!
We tend to never associate “emotional abuse” with “friendship”. While your friends may not physically abuse you (if they do, you’re in dire need of new friends!), they may emotionally abuse you by intentionally bringing you down, manipulating you and/or use ploys to control you. Emotional abuse may leave no physical scars, but it is as detrimental as physical abuse. Are you in an abusive friendship? Find out here!