We know that experiencing violence as a child isn't good for mental health. But what about when kids start working? Can a job make things better, worse, or leave things the same? To find out, researchers looked into the lives of young people in Uganda, Nigeria, and Colombia. They used a survey calle
When it comes to healthcare, patients from religious minorities like Orthodox Judaism and Islam might encounter unique struggles. They have to balance their beliefs with the principles of Western medicine. This exploration dives into the similarities between these faiths' approaches to medical ethic
LeBron James, a basketball legend who's been playing since before social media even existed, has decided to take a break from it. On March 21, he posted on X (formerly Twitter), saying he's stepping away for a while. Fans are wondering why, and now we have some answers. LeBron said that if social m
In the heart of California, a group of Native American teens from San Bernardino gathered to discuss a topic that's often swept under the rug: mental health. This event, titled "No Big Deal, " aimed to normalize seeking help when life gets tough. Mateo Moctezuma Ortega, a representative from the Sie
Every day, more seniors are finding that AI can be a real life-changer. Take, for instance, 70-year-old Mrs. Johnson from New York. She’s not only using AI to check her daily schedule but also to plan her meals and manage her health conditions. AI systems like ChatGPT and Alexa are becoming essentia
Colleges are meant to prepare students for the real world, but some might be doing the opposite. After the 2016 U. S. election, many colleges turned into giant comfort zones, offering students milk, cookies, and even cuddle sessions with therapy animals. Harvard and Cornell cancelled classes to help
Arts education in public schools is facing significant challenges, with potential cuts in funding and a shift in focus towards subjects like math, literacy, and science. But why should we care about arts education? The arts aren't just "nice-to-haves" but are essential for human expression, connecti
When a child loses a loved one to homicide, it's tough. We need to help them cope. Researchers in Britain recently studied how kids and teens deal with this horror. They focused on a treatment called Traumatic Grief-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TGF-CBT). 222 kids, aged 8 to 25, who finished
A recent rumor claimed that Pete Davidson, the comedian, had checked into rehab again, this time after a brief relationship with Maria Georgas, a reality TV star. But Maria put an end to these rumors with a simple message on her Instagram: "Never dated Pete. False rumor! I’m friends with his sister.
Researchers dove into the minds of 140 elite college athletes, asking them about their feelings and mental state. The study found that hope and joy played crucial roles in their mental health. Joy didn't just boost positivity; it also influenced the tough times. Hope, on the other hand, mainly affec
