ANXIETY

Jun 18 2025EDUCATION

College Grads: The Stress and Job Worry Connection

College can be a tough time for students. The pressure of classes, assignments, and exams can be overwhelming. This stress doesn't just vanish after graduation. In fact, it often makes students even more anxious about finding a job. This is especially true since the COVID-19 pandemic. Many students are feeling the heat about their future careers. Students often...

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Jun 18 2025EDUCATION

Parents Worry: How Money and Education Shape Views on School Policy

The Chinese government launched the "Double Reduction" policy in 2021. It aimed to lessen the stress parents feel about their kids' education. The policy targets two main issues: too much homework and too many after-school classes. It seeks to make education fairer for all students. The policy has been in place for a while now. But it's facing new problems. Par...

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Mental Health Struggles: How Abuse and Neglect Affect Chinese Teens

In Western China, a significant number of teenagers are facing mental health challenges due to psychological abuse and neglect. This problem is often overlooked because it is not as visible as physical abuse. To tackle this issue, a large-scale survey was conducted with nearly 18, 350 students. The survey used well-established scales to measure psychological abuse...

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

How Adversity Shapes Young Minds: A Global Look at Anxiety and Depression

The world is waking up to the fact that young people are facing a lot of anxiety and depression. This is a big deal, and it's not just about what happens when they grow up. It's about what's happening right now. The problem is, experts don't agree on how to predict or prevent these issues. Most of the time, they look at what happens in adulthood, but that's not t...

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Jun 12 2025HEALTH

How Tech Can Help Young People Overcome Social Anxiety

Social anxiety disorder is a big deal for young people. It messes with their social life and schoolwork. So, finding ways to help them is really important. One promising approach is using digital mental health tools. These are online programs designed to support mental health. They can be a game-changer for young people struggling with social anxiety. Social anxiety...

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Jun 09 2025SCIENCE

How Well Do Lithuanian Versions of Death Anxiety Scales Hold Up?

The Lithuanian versions of two scales that measure death anxiety have been put to the test. These scales are the Revised Collett-Lester Fear of Death Scale and the Existential Death Anxiety Scale. The goal was to see if these scales work well in Lithuanian. The study involved 528 people. Most of them were women, making up 75. 9% of the group. Their ages ranged from ...

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Jun 08 2025HEALTH

Understanding Pregnancy: Why Knowing Your Health Matters

Pregnancy is a journey that demands a lot of knowledge. It is not just about carrying a baby. It is about understanding what is happening to the body. Health literacy is key here. It is about knowing what to do and what to avoid. This knowledge can greatly affect how a person feels and thinks during pregnancy. A study looked into this. It wanted to see how much a pe...

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Jun 06 2025HEALTH

The Missing Pieces: College Athletes and Mental Health

College athletes often face a tough journey when they leave their sports behind. Many people do not know that these athletes might struggle with anxiety and depression as they move on from college sports. This is a big problem because there is not much research on this topic. It is crucial to understand what these athletes go through and how to help them. There are ...

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Jun 01 2025HEALTH

Nursing Students: The Hidden Struggles

Nursing students often face a lot of stress and anxiety during their clinical placements. This is a crucial part of their training. It is where they get to practice what they have learned in real-world settings. However, the pressure can be intense. The stakes are high, and the environment is often unpredictable. Stress and anxiety can come from many sources. There ...

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May 31 2025EDUCATION

Chaos for Students: Visa Hurdles and Uncertain Futures

The United States, a popular destination for international students, has thrown a wrench into their plans. A sudden halt in student visa appointments has left many in a state of confusion and worry. This move, part of a broader shift in policies, has sparked fear and frustration among those eager to pursue their education in the U. S. The U. S. State Department's de...

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