Study finds teens benefit from mindfulness apps, Reckless driving on the rise since onset of COVID-19

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Pennsylvania State troopers pull over vehicles on Friday, Sept. 4, 2020
Pennsylvania State troopers pull over vehicles on Friday, Sept. 4, 2020, along the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Breezewood, Pa. Keith Srakocic/AP Photo

First, we speak with a professor of psychology about the benefits one study suggests teenagers may get from the use of a mindfulness phone app. Then, we take a look at the increase in risky driving since the onset of the pandemic with an expert from AAA.

Featured in this Show

  • Research into the benefits of mindfulness apps for teens

    A three-year study by a Wisconsin researcher suggests a mindfulness app used by teenagers can dramatically reduce the time they spend dwelling on negative thoughts. We discuss the study’s findings.

  • Roads more dangerous since COVID outbreak

    Risky drivers drive more often and more recklessly since the start of COVID-19, according to a recent study by the American Automobile Association. We talk with AAA’s public affairs director about the results and what that means for drivers.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Joel Patenaude Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Steven Potter Technical Director
  • Lori Hilt Guest
  • Nick Jarmusz Guest

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