MENTAL HEALTH

Sep 09 2024POLITICS

Is Donald Trump's Decline a Story the Media Should Be Covering?

Donald Trump's niece, Mary Trump, a trained psychologist, is sounding the alarm about her uncle's mental state, claiming it's deteriorating and that the media isn't doing enough to address it. Mary Trump believes that Trump's recent rambling answers to policy questions, like his response to a ques

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

College Athletes: Strong Bodies, Strong Minds?

LSU is taking a proactive approach to athlete well-being by bringing in mental health professionals. Dr. Lakeitha Poole, the Assistant Athletic Director of Psychology and Counseling, works with athletes to improve their mental game. She emphasizes that athletes today face unique pressures compared

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Scott Hastings' wife goes missing: A family's anguish

The disappearance of Jenny Hastings, wife of former Scotland rugby star Scott Hastings, has left her family absolutely heartbroken. On Tuesday afternoon, she went for a swim in the Firth of Forth near Wardie Bay in Edinburgh and never returned to shore. Jenny has struggled with mental health issues

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

The Booming Mental Health Industry: Is Everyone Getting Help or Just More Bills?

The demand for mental health services is skyrocketing, and with it, the need for professionals to provide those services. A recent analysis of data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employment in the mental health field is expected to grow three times faster than the average for all

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Silent Spring's Bats: How Our Pest Control Partners Are Vanishing Before Our Eyes

Did you know that bats are more than just spooky Halloween decorations? These flying mammals play a vital role in our ecosystems, especially for farmers. A single bat can eat thousands of insects per night - think of them as nature's pest control squad! But recently, a fungal disease called white-no

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Sep 08 2024CRIME

When Parents Pay for School Shootings

Four dead. Fourteen years old. And now, a father charged with murder over his son's alleged mass shooting at an American high school. The case of Colin Gray pushes the boundaries of parental responsibility in our society's gun culture. It marks only the second time a parent has been criminally char

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

School Shootings: The Unspoken Impact on Youth Mental Health

Imagine being a child in school, surrounded by your friends and teachers, when suddenly the world around you turns into a living nightmare. Gunshots ring out, screams fill the air, and chaos erupts. This is the reality for millions of American children who have been exposed to shootings, including o

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Bats, pesticides, and an unexpected toll on human health: A shocking new study reveals the hidden costs of losing a key species

A new study published in Science has stunned researchers by revealing a surprising link between bat die-offs, increased pesticide use, and rising infant mortality rates. The findings, authored by environmental economist Eyal Frank of the University of Chicago, show how the loss of a keystone specie

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Sep 08 2024OPINION

Is America Losing Its Soul? Americans Weigh an Exodus Over Political Fears

Americans are leaving their country due to anxieties about the political climate, not for adventure. The question is whether they are justified or overreacting. Thousands of readers responded to a New York Times survey expressing frustration, fear, and disappointment with American politics. Many are

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Sep 06 2024LIFESTYLE

When Sibling Rivalry Hits Home

Meet Sarah, a woman who's been on an emotional rollercoaster. Her sister, Emma, uses their past to control their relationship. Years ago, Sarah had an abortion and Emma hasn’t forgotten it. She brings it up all the time, making Sarah feel guilty. This isn’t the only thing that weighs heavy on Sarah'

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