MENTAL HEALTH

Apr 03 2025EDUCATION

The Rollercoaster of Teen Years: How Confidence and Sad Feelings Affect Each Other

The journey from childhood to teenage years is a tough time for many. It is a period when feelings of sadness can start to appear. This makes it vital to look at the factors that might cause these feelings and how they change over time. A recent study focused on how confidence in different areas of

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Apr 03 2025HEALTH

Local Leaders Tackle Opioid Epidemic

A gathering at Viterbo University aims to tackle the opioid crisis head-on. This is the second year for the RESPOND Together summit, a platform for providers to share insights and strategies. The summit's goal is to educate and improve services for those battling substance and opioid use disorders.

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

College Students and the Struggle for Work-Life Balance

College life is tough. Students often face mental health issues. This is a big problem. Many students struggle to find a good balance between their studies and other parts of their life. This balance is key to staying mentally healthy. In China, researchers looked into this issue. They used a speci

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

The Power of Wellbeing Knowledge in College Mental Health

In the bustling world of college life, mental health is a big deal. A recent study dug deep into how understanding wellbeing can boost mental health for college students in China. This study involved over 11, 000 students and used a special method called latent profile analysis. This method helpe

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

Young Minds in a Digital World: How Social Media Affects Indonesian Teens

Social media has become a huge part of everyday life for teens in Indonesia. It can be a great tool, but it also comes with its own set of problems. One big issue is the effect it has on mental health. Many teens face anxiety and depression because of the pressure they feel from social media. This i

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Digital Heroes: The Tech Boost for Mental Health

It is a known fact that military personnel, public safety personnel, and veterans often struggle with mental health issues. This is due to the nature of their jobs and the experiences they go through. Accessing mental health services can be a challenge for them. There is a growing need for conven

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Breathing Easy: How Vibrations Can Help Trauma Survivors

Trauma survivors often struggle with stress and anxiety. These issues can mess with their breathing patterns. This is where a new approach comes in. It combines breath-focused mindfulness with vibration feedback. The goal is to help these individuals regulate their breathing better. A recent study

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Mar 31 2025OPINION

How Sports Can Shape or Break Young Minds

The character Jamie Miller from the show "Adolescence" has sparked a lot of talk about young men feeling alone and angry. Jamie's story is a tough one. He got caught up in some really bad stuff online and ended up doing something terrible. This has made people, including the UK Prime Minister, think

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

Helping Hands for Kids in Care

The world of foster care and teaching looked-after kids is tough. These children often face big challenges with their mental health and overall well-being. It is a fact that these kids are more likely to struggle with these issues. This is where the Shared Training and Assessment for Well-Being prog

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

Quick Help for Sexual Assault Survivors: Does It Work?

Sexual assault is a big problem around the world. It leaves deep scars on the mental health of those who go through it. Many services that help survivors are struggling with long waitlists. This is where brief interventions come in. They are short, quick helps designed to offer immediate support. Bu

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