Toby Epstein Jayaratne

TL;DR: Increased availability of instrumental support, as perceived by mothers, predicted fewer depressive symptoms in mothers, less punishment of adolescents, and less negativity about the maternal role.

TL;DR: The present research broadens the view of lay theories by showing how they support either prejudice or tolerance, depending on the target group, as well as reviewing the literature on essentialism and implicit theories of the malleability of traits.

TL;DR: During in-depth one-on-one telephone interviews with adults in the United States, questions exploring their basic understanding of these terms, as well as their belief as to the location of genes in the human body, reflected a lack of understanding about basic genetic science.

TL;DR: This research suggests that participation in a comprehensive, cognitive-behavioral, and empowerment-based physical activity intervention, tailored to address women's distinct constraints and pressures due to sociopsychological experiences, can facilitate increased physical activity among white, middle-aged women.

TL;DR: Understanding of genetics was lowest in three areas: types/locations of genes in the body, a genetic basis for race, and the influence of single genes on behaviors.