Support local journalism. A digital subscription is incredibly affordable and makes you the most informed person around. Click here and subscribe today. After meeting with John in therapy sessions for ...

What do animal behaviorists—ethologists—mean by the word “behavior?” It turns out that this is a nontrivial question, and one that ethologists have grappled with for some time. Early ethologists like ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. January 2, 2026 Add as ...