Theo Von’s talks on his podcast about stopping his antidepressants before filming a Netflix special show how tricky mental health care can be. He wanted more raw emotions for the show but ended up feeling "mildly manic, " which made him sound off about suicide during the performance. Later, he clari
The number of children spending time on the internet in Sri Lanka is climbing fast. Because this growth is so quick, many youngsters may end up using the web more than they should. That can create a problem known as internet addiction, where the habit starts to hurt their schoolwork and relati
Sri Lanka is facing a tough time after Cyclone Ditwah. The storm caused a lot of damage and left more than 643 people dead. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stepped in to help. They gave Sri Lanka $206 million in emergency money. This is to help with the urgent needs from the cyclone and to
Sri Lanka has a problem. Many moms and health workers feel that the care given during pregnancy and childbirth is not always focused on the person. This is called person-centered maternity care. It means treating each mom as a unique individual with her own needs and feelings. There are not enough
The aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah has left Sri Lanka grappling with severe consequences. The official count of lives lost has reached 212, with another 218 people still unaccounted for. The storm's impact has been widespread, affecting nearly a million individuals across the country. Floodwaters have
In Sri Lanka, the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah has been devastating. Over 153 people have lost their lives, and 191 are still missing. More than half a million people across the country have been affected by the disaster. Rescue efforts are in full swing, with thousands of police, navy, and army pers
SSRIs, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, are commonly prescribed for depression. They work by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin is a chemical that regulates mood, among other things. However, too much serotonin can lead to unwanted side effects, such as a decreased sex dr
Anxiety is a common issue among young people, often starting in the teenage years. The body's own cannabis-like chemicals, called endocannabinoids, might play a big part in this. These chemicals, AEA and 2-AG, could help doctors understand anxiety better and improve treatments. Researchers studied
The World Test Championship is back and ready to rumble. The first series of the 2025-27 cycle is set to kick off in Sri Lanka. Bangladesh is gearing up for a tough tour against the home team. Both teams have had a tough time in Test cricket lately, so they are both eager to turn things around and m
Sri Lanka's tea-growing hills witnessed a tragic event. A bus plunged off a steep drop, resulting in 21 deaths and leaving 35 others hurt. The incident unfolded near Kotmale, roughly 86 miles east of Colombo, the nation's capital. It happened in the early hours of a Sunday, adding to the shock and c
