MENTAL HEALTH

Nov 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Nick Cannon Seeks Help for Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Nick Cannon, a father of twelve, has openly admitted he needs help after being diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). He made this revelation during an episode of his podcast, "Counsel Culture, " in early November. Cannon shared that he possesses most of the traits related to NPD, w

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Nov 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Talks: Hope and Hurdles in Busan

After years of gridlock, there's finally a glimmer of hope in international plastic treaty talks. A large group of countries is pushing hard for a production cap to be included in the treaty. But not everyone is on board, and some nations are trying to water down the agreement. The talks in Busan, S

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Nov 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Pollutants Boost Antibiotic Resistance in Wastewater

You might think that the biggest problem with antibiotic production wastewater is the leftover antibiotics. But there's more to worry about. This wastewater also has high amounts of organic pollutants, which can be very harmful on their own or when mixed with antibiotics. One study looked at how the

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

How Do People with Mental Health Conditions Feel About Primary Care in New Zealand?

Ever wondered if people with mental health conditions experience primary healthcare differently? A nationwide survey in New Zealand aimed to find out. The study compared the experiences of those who reported having a mental health condition with those who didn't. It's a good way to understand if our

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

People's Views on AI in Mental Health Support

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has been a hot topic, sparking both enthusiasm and worries. In India, where only one doctor is available for every 834 people, AI could be a game-changer in easing healthcare strain. But what do people really think about AI taking on mental heal

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Nov 28 2024ENVIRONMENT

Solving Lahore's Smog Problem: A Fresh Look

Lahore, Pakistan, is facing a severe smog issue. This mix of pollution, dust, and smoke under sunlight is bad for our health and the environment. It can cause breathing trouble, heart problems, and even affect unborn babies. As cities worldwide deal with smog, this study examined 50 scientific paper

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Mental Health and Substance Use in Uganda: Who's at Risk?

You know how mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can be tough? Well, add to that the challenge of substance use. It's more common among these folks in southwestern Uganda. We checked out 385 patients from June to August 2022. We asked about their alcohol and cannabis use, suppor

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Nov 28 2024EDUCATION

Schools as First Responders: Handling Mental Health and Safety in Kids

Schools in India have a severe lack of mental health programs that cover crucial topics like sexuality and personal safety. To address this, a project was initiated in 162 government schools, targeting nearly 21, 000 children over two years. These kids were in grades 6 to 10 and attended sessions ab

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

How Religion and Coping Affect Mental Health in Black College Students

Let's take a closer look at how religion and coping methods influence how undergraduate African American college students in the South perceive their mental health. Scientists conducted a study at a big public university in the South to understand these connections better. They brought together 131

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Improving Mental Health Services: A Closer Look at China's Schizophrenia Patients

China's community mental health services, spearheaded by the Management and Treatment Services for Psychosis (MTSP), cater to over 4 million long-term schizophrenia patients. Despite the large number of people served, the day-to-day abilities and challenges faced by these patients are often overlook

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