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Can drugs make us smarter? Some students are taking drugs developed for people with cognitive deficits like ADHD to help them learn faster and remember better. As part of our monthly series on ethic

What happens to a foster teen when he or she turns 18 and is let out of the system? We speak to members of a local foster care organization.

Which issues will drive voters in Tuesday's midterm balloting? The Iraq war? Pocketbook matters? Scandals? Local concerns? Doyle McManus and Janet Hooks of the Los Angeles Times take a look at the upcoming elections with John Ydstie.

The Golden Compass

The death penalty is the ultimate punishment a society can impose on its citizens. We'll explore the pros and cons for having the death penalty in a democracy.

Same Sex Marriage to Arnold's Rescue

How do we make a health care system that meets the needs of the American public? We'll look at various proposals for reforming health care.

Eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are damaging to the body and in some cases, are life threatening. We'll talk about the causes of eating disorders and the latest treatments to help people who suffer from them.

Former New York Times restaurant critic Frank Bruni talks about his battle with food in his new book "Born Round: The Secret History of a Full-Time Eater."

Adam Lambert shocked audiences at the American Music Awards, Glee becomes an unlikely hit, and Mad Men grabbed the spotlight. Television in 2009 had some hits and misses and we'll talk about both.