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Ever wondered how a family's financial situation might affect a child's overall happiness and health? Let's take a closer look at kids aged 5 to 7. A recent study dug into how socioeconomic status (SES), mental well-being, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) are connected. The goal? To help h

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Lamar Odom's Unique Way to Stay Connected

Former NBA player Lamar Odom has revealed an unusual method to stay connected to his ex-wife, Khloe Kardashian. Despite their divorce in 2016, Odom has ordered a custom sex doll that resembles Kardashian. The two were married for seven years before their split due to Odom's struggles with substance

Sexual Violence: A Layered Problem

Sexual violence is a serious issue that affects people greatly. Let's look at how it is being studied and tackled from different angles. First, let's talk about individual experiences. Researchers are finding out how common sexual violence is, what it does to a person's mental health, and how to he

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Why Mental Health Issues Often Go Unchecked

Last Monday, New York City woke up to a grim reminder of ongoing issues. Three people were killed in separate, unprovoked stabbings across Manhattan. The suspect, Ramon Rivera, lived at the Bellevue Men’s Shelter and had a history of mental health struggles and criminal activities spanning two decad

Why Aren't Mental Health Apps Working? Let's Fix That!

November 19, 2024

You've probably heard that mental health apps are great, but many people just don't stick with them. Why is that? One big reason is that people might be using the wrong app for their needs. Imagine going to a shoe store and being given shoes that don't fit your feet. You'd probably walk away without

Gearing Up Aussie Nurse Grads for Mental Health

Ever thought about how Australian nursing students get ready for mental health jobs? A recent study, following a method called PRISMA-ScR, found 31 studies conducted in English between 2000 and 2023. What do these studies say? They reveal that well-structured clinical placements can reduce the stigm

How Two Thinkers Can Help Shape Mental Health Reforms

Ever wondered how some old ideas can help us understand modern mental health issues? Let's dive into the thoughts of Antonio Gramsci and Walter Benjamin, two thinkers from the past who might have something valuable to say about today's mental health reforms. Antonio Gramsci, an Italian who lived a

Move More, Feel Better: China's Study on Activity and Mood

Imagine this: 17, 000 adults in China were studied, and the results showed that those who moved around more were less likely to feel sad. But here's an interesting twist – even if you're really active, spending too much time sitting can still make you feel down. It's not just about exercise; it's ab

Is Forced Treatment the Answer to Homelessness?

More and more people are struggling with homelessness in Canada, with over one in ten experiencing it at some point in their lives. Governments are dismantling encampments and some are even using special laws to ignore court rulings. Now, they're considering forced mental health treatments. But is t