The real story behind what you think you know

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The real story behind what you think you know

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Your Kid Isn't Wired on Sugar — You Just Think They Are
Tech & Culture

Your Kid Isn't Wired on Sugar — You Just Think They Are

Parents have blamed birthday cake and Halloween candy for chaotic kid behavior for generations, but controlled research has consistently failed to find any real connection between sugar and hyperactivity. The actual explanation is a fascinating lesson in how powerfully our expectations shape what we think we see.

Mar 13, 2026