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Mental Health Friday 2024-06-07 On Mental Health Friday, we post, in alphabetical order, one per week, information on mental health disorders. Mental Health Friday is for informational purposes only, and is in no way meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please do not self diagnose and seek professional help for what […]
Spotting the Signs: Loneliness and Isolation in Older Adults (NewsUSA) – While the holiday season can be a busy and hectic time for many, it presents the perfect opportunity to reconnect with family and friends. But with the presence of COVID-19, holiday plans may look different this year as many families host virtual celebrations or […]
End of Pandemic Internet Subsidies Threatens a Health Care Lifeline for Rural America Sarah Jane Tribble, KFF Health News FORT HALL RESERVATION, Idaho — Myrna Broncho realized just how necessary an internet connection can be after she broke her leg. In fall 2021, the 69-year-old climbed a ladder to the top of a shed […]
Research Highlight: Mapping ‘Imbalance’ in Brain Anatomy Across the Lifespan Humans are born with relatively immature brains that continue to develop in size, shape, and structure throughout childhood and adolescence. Different brain areas must develop in proportion to one another in a standardized way to achieve a mature, adult brain. Researchers at the National […]
Maintaining Self-Care Practices Editorial Team Maintaining self-care practices is crucial for good mental health as it allows individuals to prioritize their well-being, reduce stress, and build resilience. Stress Reduction: Self-care practices help to alleviate stress by providing individuals with opportunities to relax and unwind. Stress can have significant negative effects on mental […]
‘So Much Death’: Lawmakers Weigh Stricter Speed Limits, Safer Roads for Pedestrians Vanessa G. Sánchez LOS ANGELES — The party was winding down. Its young hosts, María Rivas Cruz and her fiancé, Raymond Olivares, had accompanied friends to their car to bid them farewell. As the couple crossed a four-lane main road back to […]
Cat Wednesday 2024-06-05 Owning and interacting with pets, according to studies, can be a form of therapy for many. We have dedicated Saturday to dogs and Wednesday to cats, when we will post an article on each of those days. We will also post articles on occasion about other animals people may have […]
Fostering Healthy Relationships Editorial Team Maintaining healthy relationships is vital for good mental health as it provides a sense of belonging, support, and validation. Importance of Healthy Relationships for Mental Health: Social Support: Healthy relationships offer emotional support during difficult times, reducing stress and preventing feelings of loneliness. Validation and Acceptance: […]
Social Connections And Support Social connections and support play a crucial role in maintaining good mental health. Humans are inherently social beings, and our relationships with others impact various aspects of our mental well-being. Emotional Support: Social connections provide a network of individuals who offer emotional support during difficult times. Having someone […]
After Grilling an NIH Scientist Over Covid Emails, Congress Turns to Anthony Fauci David Hilzenrath Former National Institutes of Health official Anthony Fauci has faced many hostile questions from members of Congress, but when he appears before a House panel on Monday, he’ll have something new to answer for: a trove of incendiary emails […]