SOCIAL IMPACT

Jul 11 2025HEALTH

How Your Circle Influences Pain

Chronic pain is a widespread issue, impacting about 30% of people worldwide. It's not just a physical struggle; it seeps into every part of life, from happiness to work and social connections. Yet, we often overlook how friends, family, and society shape this experience. When someone lives with chronic pain, their social life often shifts. They might distance themse...

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Jun 05 2025HEALTH

Violence Against Women: What's Been Done and What's Still Missing?

Violence against women is a global issue that crosses all age groups and social classes. To tackle this problem, a comprehensive review was conducted. This review looked at scientific studies from various databases, including EMBASE, LILACS, Web of Science, and PsycInfo. The goal was to understand what research has been done on violence against women and identify any...

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May 26 2025HEALTH

Acid Attacks: A Growing Menace in India

Acid attacks are a brutal form of violence. This involves throwing acid or harmful chemicals on someone's body to cause severe injuries or permanent scarring. It's a crime that's deeply rooted in societal issues like male dominance, gender prejudice, and disregard for the law. Over time, these attacks have become more frequent, showing how deeply they're embedded in ...

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May 07 2025CELEBRITIES

The Love App Dilemma: How Tech Hurts Young Hearts

The comedian Pete Davidson has some strong opinions about how dating apps are affecting young people. He believes these apps are making it tougher for young adults to find genuine connections. Davidson thinks that the ease of swiping left or right on dating apps leads to a lot of rudeness. He misses the days when dating was simpler and less dismissive. He thinks that...

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Apr 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Reconnecting Through Pixels: The Sunderfolk Experience

In today's world, finding time to hang out with friends can be tough. Work, family, and other commitments often get in the way. But there's a new game in town that's helping people reconnect with their buddies, even if they live far apart. It's called Sunderfolk. This game is all about strategy and teamwork. Players pick a character class, like a rogue or a mage, an...

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Apr 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Waste Wars: The Hidden Battle in Lebanon's Recycling World

Lebanon is facing a waste crisis. The country's informal waste sector is a big part of the problem. The informal sector is made up of workers who collect and sort waste without any official rules or support. This might sound like a good thing, but it's not. It creates a lot of problems. The informal sector has grown a lot because of the economic crisis. More pe...

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Mar 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unexpected Impact of a Drama Series

The drama series "Adolescence" surprised everyone. Before its release, the main actor, Stephen Graham, was worried about his next job. His wife, Hannah Walters, a producer and frequent co-star, reassured him. Neither had any idea how big the show would become. The show tells a tough story about a British family. Their 13-year-old son is arrested for a classmate's mu...

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Mar 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Climate Chaos Hits Young Aussies Hard

The impact of extreme weather events on young people's mental health is a growing concern. These events, often called climate disasters, are known to affect psychological and social well-being. Yet, there is a lack of research focusing specifically on how adolescents are affected. One study looked into this issue by examining a large group of Australian teens. The ...

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Understanding Parents' Views on Genomic Sequencing in Diverse Kids

Genomic sequencing is a powerful tool that can help figure out why some kids have certain health issues. But what do parents think about this process, especially when their kids are from groups that don't always get the best medical care? That’s what a group of five studies set out to discover. They focused on kids who might have genetic conditions and made sure to i...

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Food Allergies: A Closer Look at Home Practices and Mental Well-being

Food allergies are a common concern for many families. But have you ever thought about how household practices can affect the mental well-being of those with food allergies? Let's dive into how excluding certain foods from the home can impact a person's psychology. Imagine having to constantly watch what you eat. That's the daily reality for people with food allergi...

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