Pregnancy is a time of joy and anticipation, but for some women, it's also a time of fear and abuse. In Iran, a study looked at how teaching life skills can help pregnant women who are facing violence from their partners. The goal was to see if these skills could improve their relationships, self-es
Minnesota's Democrats have been strong supporters of transgender rights, but now they're trying to distance themselves from the shooter who targeted a Catholic school. The shooter, a 23-year-old man, had expressed his struggles with his transgender identity in a journal he shared online. He wrote ab
A tragic event has sparked a serious conversation about AI safety. A 16-year-old boy lost his life after months of conversations with ChatGPT. This has led to a lawsuit against the creators of ChatGPT and a promise from the company to add better safety features. The boy's family says that ChatGPT b
Breast cancer patients often struggle with feelings of sadness. This is a big problem. But what if there are ways to help them feel better? A recent study looked into this. It found that two things might make a big difference: spiritual well-being and hope. The study focused on patients in China. I
Teens have been glued to social media more than ever since the pandemic. It's been a lifeline for many, especially those who feel left out or need help. But it's not all good news. Social media can also be a source of stress, anxiety, and even bullying. The pandemic made things worse. It pushed tee
A man named Ethan Nieneker, 32, is accused of a shooting in a Target parking lot in North Austin. He is said to have mental health problems. The shooting happened on Monday near Ohlen Road. Three people died, and one was hurt but not by the shooting. The police have not said why this happened. Nien
Maggie Brown, a recent graduate from Lincoln-Way East, has done something remarkable. She earned the Girl Scouts' highest honor, the Gold Award, for a project that supports teens with mental health challenges. Her journey started when she was just seven years old, joining Girl Scouts and enjoying ad
In Israel, a group of 34 peer support specialists shared their thoughts on how spirituality plays a part in helping people recover from mental health issues. These specialists, who have personal experience with mental health challenges, use their own stories to help others. They believe that connect
In Bangladesh, many adults face mental health issues but do not seek treatment. This leaves a big gap in care. A recent study looked into why this happens. It found that several factors play a role in whether someone gets help or not. First, people might not know where to go for help. Mental health
In the U. S. , people in rural areas often struggle more with mental health and find it harder to get help than those in cities. Churches can play a big role in filling this gap. A recent study looked at how different churches in rural, urban, and suburban areas support mental health. The study gat
