In a world that often struggles with acceptance, queer individuals face unique challenges. Their journey is not just about self-discovery but also about finding a place where they truly belong. This is not always easy, as society has long held narrow views on identity and belonging. Queer trauma is
The recent layoffs at health agencies seem like a bad rerun of an old show. It's like someone forgot to change the script. The plan was to let go of nearly 8, 000 people, but that didn't happen. Instead, it was a chaotic mess. Employees were left in the dark, wondering if they still had jobs. It's l
Many celebrities seem to have perfect lives, but the truth is often much different. Behind the glamour, many have faced serious hardships. Oprah Winfrey, for example, grew up in poverty and suffered abuse. She was beaten by her grandmother and faced sexual abuse as a child. Despite these struggles,
Lungs are complex. They're not just one big balloon. They've got different parts that behave differently when hit. Scientists are trying to figure out how to make lungs safer in car crashes. Right now, most models treat lungs as one big, simple thing. But that's not how lungs work. They're made up o
In Colombia, young people who once fought as child soldiers are finding ways to heal and move forward. A recent study looked at how these young individuals, aged 14 to 19, tell their stories and rebuild their lives. Through creative workshops, they shared their experiences and showed different paths
In a quiet neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio, a family's life was shattered by a horrifying event. Two young children, aged 9 and 10, were charged with multiple felonies, including attempted murder, after a violent attack on a 5-year-old girl. The incident, which took place in a wooded area, has left
Shawkat Amin Korki, a filmmaker known for his gripping stories, is back with a new project called "Disorder. " This time, he's tackling a tough subject: the clash between modern medicine and deep-rooted superstitions in Kurdistan. The story follows Mina, a psychiatrist who returns home after studyi
Kids can get hurt playing sports or just being kids. Sometimes, they might bump their heads and get a mild brain injury. But what does this mean for their brainpower? Researchers wanted to find out. They looked at kids who had these mild brain injuries. They checked how well these kids did on tests
In South Africa's Cape Flats, a place marked by deep-rooted inequalities and a history of apartheid, religion plays a big role in people's lives. For some women who survived childhood sexual abuse, faith can be a source of comfort. But it can also make things harder. This is because some religious p
ICU nurses face a lot of stress. They see tough situations every day. This can lead to big problems like anxiety or even PTSD. But how do they handle it? A recent study looked into this. The study focused on resilience. That's the ability to bounce back from hard times. It used a special model to u
