Mental health is a big deal globally, and it's often overlooked in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. A digital campaign by the Gulf Health Council aimed to change this by targeting adolescents across four popular social media platforms: TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and X. The campaign collected over 2, 146 comments, which were analyzed to understand how GCC t...
Last Monday evening, the newly elected Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish, Sid Edwards, shared his vision for tackling crime and boosting community involvement. The event took place at the Charles R. Kelly Community Center, where the North Baton Rouge community turned out in large numbers, eager to hear and contribute their own ideas. The focus of the meetin...
Imagine watching an opera where the lead character has schizophrenia. This isn't just a story—it's a real-life journey of Elyn Saks, who went from experiencing psychosis to teaching law and finding love. A university decided to bring this story to life and study its impact. They held live performances of the opera "The Center Cannot Hold" and paired it with a worksho...
A survey by Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that one in four American adults believe they might have undiagnosed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This mental health condition is often associated with children, usually boys, who struggle with focus at school. However, videos on social media about ADHD in adults, particularly women, ha...
In the heart of the United States, Payson School students are taking on a big challenge: teen mental health. They're not alone in this mission, as schools across the country are joining the effort. From Alabama to Wyoming, and even in places like Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, students are standing up for mental health awareness. Let's dive into why this is s...
As we step into September, a somber awareness settles over the nation. This is National Suicide Prevention Month, a poignant reminder of the delicate balance we strive to maintain in the face of mental health's unpredictable tides. The list of states and territories, a sprawling tapestry of 52, each one a unique thread woven together by the shared desire to break fre...
Simone Biles, the renowned gymnast, has been open about her struggles with mental health, and her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of prioritizing our well-being. As someone who has been in the public eye for most of her life, Biles has faced immense pressure to perform at an elite level, which has taken a toll on her mental health. In her recently rele...