4 min read08 June A silent medical revolution has been going on over the past decade. Innovative initiatives to bring the best science to the most vulnerable communities have resulted in breakthrough cures and preventative drugs for some of the world’s most neglected diseases. Yet very few people in the […]
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Helping Children and Teens Cope with Anxiety
Kendra L. Read, PhD, Attending Psychologist, Seattle Children’s The pandemic has been difficult for many of us, especially for children and teens. Not only are children grappling with the challenges that naturally occur during formative years, but the weight of recent events has exacerbated mental health issues. At alarming rates, […]
Omagh Men’s Shed helping those with mental health issues thrive after lockdowns
Following a traumatic couple of years for many elderly people living during lockdowns, one Omagh community group is helping local men to get back out socialising again. Omagh Men’s Shed has been on the go since 2013, but faced a difficult couple of years with many of its members having […]
Helping those with mental health issues
We are facing difficult times, and many are struggling to keep their mental health. Among U.S. adolescents (ages 12-17) in 2020: 1 in 6 suffer a major depressive episode; 3 million had serious thoughts on suicide; 31% increase in mental health related emergency room visits. Among U.S. young adults […]
why five of the six most common ingredients probably aren’t helping you
When it comes to getting in shape, many people are willing to try any tricks they need to reach their goals faster. For many years, protein shakes were seen as essential after a workout. But more recently, in addition to protein shakes, many are also turning to pre-workout supplements. These […]
Hip-hop helping Black youth in Kent improve mental health
KENT, Ohio — A new program launched in the Kent City School District is helping Black boys and men address and improve their mental health. But they’re not just doing it through words, they’re also using music to find a light through the darkness. “We are uplifting each other in […]