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Mental health
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'It can feel intensely lonely' - MEP Aodhan O Riordain opens up about mental health struggles

Sharing personal struggles can help others feel less isolated.
Professional life can sometimes serve as an escape from personal challenges.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Where Did You Learn to Feel Less Than?

Self-criticism often stems from internalized messages from others, which can chip away at confidence.
Monitoring negative thoughts is key to mental health and self-worth.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Six Signs It's Time to Go to Therapy

Starting therapy can significantly improve your mental well-being.
It's crucial to identify when feelings turn into mental health issues.
Therapy is a proactive step towards a more fulfilling life.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Where Did You Learn to Feel Less Than?

Self-criticism often stems from internalized messages from others, which can chip away at confidence.
Monitoring negative thoughts is key to mental health and self-worth.
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

This Woman's Viral Breakdown Of What It Means To Be Intersex Is A Must-Read

Intersex individuals face erasure and forced medical interventions to conform to binary definitions of sex and gender.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Undoing the Distracted Life

Distractions disguise themselves, taking us further away from shore (goals), taking us away from a grounded foundation in which to build something of value in our lives.
Mindfulness
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Ella Henderson reveals endometriosis diagnosis

Ella Henderson reveals her endometriosis diagnosis and partners with a charity to raise awareness about the condition.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'My husband stole milk tokens to buy beer'

Economic abuse includes deliberate harm through financial control, theft, and exploitation, significantly impacting women's lives.
#misophonia
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Summer is a Good Time to Fix Family Dynamics

Therapy can be more effective when scheduled during less busy times, such as summer.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

'I lost my newborn boy - it means the world to have a place where I can remember him'

Around one in four pregnancies in the UK end in some form of baby loss - including miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death - according to pregnancy and baby charity Tommy's.
Health
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

Mattel's New Barbie Doll Has Type 1 Diabetes, And The Representation Is On Point

Visibility matters for everyone facing Type 1 diabetes, and as a mother who lives with Type 1 diabetes, it means everything to have Barbie helping the world see T1D.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

He said On your right' as he jogged past and for once, I didn't flinch. But our safety shouldn't feel exceptional | Tory Shepherd

"At this time of year, that means being out before the sun comes up, and being hypervigilant. And that was the first time I can remember that anyone tried to put me at ease."
Mindfulness
#menopause
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Mental health

Women Going Through Menopause: What's The Moment You Knew Something In Your Body Had Changed?

fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Mental health

Women Going Through Menopause: What's The Moment You Knew Something In Your Body Had Changed?

fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Sonoma Co. roadside memorial features 84 crosses, raising awareness of fentanyl deaths

A roadside memorial in Petaluma honors 84 lives lost to fentanyl, raising awareness about the drug's dangers.
#health
fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Mum's warning after fearing baby would lose toes following freak hair accident

Hair tourniquet syndrome can lead to serious injury in infants; awareness is crucial for prevention.
Paris food
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Young Prince of Luxembourg Dies of a Rare Genetic Disease

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg died at 22 from POLG disease, raising awareness about genetic disorders and mitochondrial diseases.
Paris food
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Young Prince of Luxembourg Dies of a Rare Genetic Disease

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg died at 22 from POLG disease, raising awareness about genetic disorders and mitochondrial diseases.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Solo Traveled for 15 Years-These Are the 7 Gadgets That Help Me Stay Safe and Connected Anywhere

Stay aware of your surroundings to enhance safety while traveling solo.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

I Always Knew I Was Different. Still, I Was Shocked To Hear My Doctor Say These 4 Words To Me.

The author's Tourette syndrome diagnosis provided clarity, leading to healthier coping mechanisms for their lifelong battle with tics.
#prostate-cancer
UK news
fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk
1 month ago

Dad issues warning as 'false widow spider' bite puts him in hospital

A man suffered severe pain after being bitten by what he believes was a false widow spider, resulting in a hospital visit.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

My Daughter's Diagnosis Changed The Way I See The World- & What I Expect From It

Navigating a child's rare condition involves not only research but also confronting societal perceptions and challenges in their daily interactions.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I had symptoms for six months before I realised I had cancer of the penis' - father aims to raise awareness

Even healthy individuals can develop rare cancers like penile cancer, highlighting the importance of awareness and monitoring.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

One Thing Never To Say To Your Kids About Abusers (And What To Say Instead)

Kids will believe you when you say things like 'If anybody ever touches your private parts I will make sure something bad happens to them.' This is a big problem because kids are most often sexually abused by people they know and love, like family members.
Parenting
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I was enjoying a midnight swim. Then my girlfriend kissed me and the nightmare began

A kiss led Nathan Dunne to experience depersonalisation disorder, profoundly altering his perception of reality and life.
Music
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Earth911 Inspiration: Listen To The Voices Of Nature

Listening to nature enhances our appreciation of the world around us.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What is Sibling Sexual Abuse? Statistics, Signs, and Effects

Sibling sexual abuse is often overlooked but has profound effects on survivors, necessitating awareness and proactive prevention efforts.
#dementia
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
SF parents

Her mother gave her the genes for a rare form of dementia, but a Minnesota woman is fighting back

fromCbsnews
1 month ago
SF parents

Her mother gave her the genes for a rare form of dementia, but a Minnesota woman is fighting back

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Magda Szubanski reveals very aggressive' blood cancer diagnosis

Magda Szubanski announced her diagnosis of stage four mantle cell lymphoma and emphasized the importance of being tested and listening to one's body.
fromwww.timesheraldonline.com
2 months ago

Nine years later, still no answers for Bay Area teen kidnapped on her way to school

At the vigil for Pearl, Vallejoan Bridget Dougherty expressed the importance of community support, emphasizing the need to help those who feel they lack a voice.
SF parents
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Billy Joel cancels tour dates after diagnosis. What to know about the brain condition

Billy Joel has canceled summer concerts due to a brain condition called normal pressure hydrocephalus.
#adhd
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

People With ADHD Are Sharing The Things About It That People "Just Don't Get"

ADHD significantly impacts brain chemistry and executive function, complicating daily task management.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

People With ADHD Are Sharing The Things About It That People "Just Don't Get"

ADHD significantly impacts brain chemistry and executive function, complicating daily task management.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

What you need to know about the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, & Biphobia (IDAHOBIT)

IDAHOBIT, recognized since 2004, aims to highlight violence and discrimination against LGBTQIA+ individuals, fostering community support and advocacy in diverse environments.
SF LGBT
#consciousness
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 months ago

The Hard Problem of Consciousness | Annaka Harris

The hard problem of consciousness explores why non-conscious matter configures to produce conscious experience.
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 months ago

The Hard Problem of Consciousness | Annaka Harris

The hard problem of consciousness explores why non-conscious matter configures to produce conscious experience.
#autism
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Parenting

World Autism Awareness Day: As the mother of an autistic child, I need to talk about something that's rarely mentioned - The Rage

Parenting
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Why autism cases have risen so much since the '90s - and 3 common myths to ignore

Autism is a complex neurological condition shaped by multiple factors, and understanding it helps support affected families.
Parenting
fromIndependent
3 months ago

World Autism Awareness Day: As the mother of an autistic child, I need to talk about something that's rarely mentioned - The Rage

Being an autism parent often involves an unspoken emotion known as The Rage.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Huntington's Disease: 'There's been so much progress in terms of scientific research - we've been bringing it out of the shadows'

Charles Sabine advocates for Huntington's disease awareness after learning about his father's diagnosis and his own risk for the disorder.
#scams
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cheeky, kind and full of life': Mum pays tribute to boy, seven, killed in drugs lab explosion as man jailed

A man was jailed for 14 years after causing an explosion in a cannabis lab that killed a seven-year-old boy and another adult.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Does It Really Mean to "Work on Yourself?"

Self-improvement requires intentional self-relationship and awareness of personal well-being.
Small, consistent steps lead to meaningful growth and self-discovery.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Want to Improve Your Well-Being? Be More Like a Car

Our body signals offer valuable information for well-being, similar to a car's signaling system.
Tuning into our inner experiences enhances awareness and can guide personal growth.
Mental health
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

MEP Kathleen Funchion speaks out after ex-partner jailed under Coco's Law - 'I feel like I spent all that time in my life crying'

Coercive control is subtle and gradual, making it hard for victims to recognize their situation.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

'I didn't know I was pregnant until I gave birth'

Bryony Mills-Evans gave birth unexpectedly alone at work, raising awareness of cryptic pregnancies.
She experienced no pregnancy symptoms until labor.
#mindfulness
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Slowing Down Without Going Slower

Mindfulness involves fully engaging in the moment, not confined to meditation practices.
You can cultivate mindfulness in everyday actions like walking.
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

Stop Sending Me This Shit!

I know the instinct-to show others, to say *look at this, it's happening.* You want to raise awareness, to warn people.
Black Lives Matter
Mental health
fromBig Think
3 months ago

A neuroscientist's guide to fixing your mind in 15 mins

Mindsets shape our decisions and life direction; conscious awareness is essential for making intentional choices.
Writing
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'My OCD symptoms started when I was eleven. I was washing my hands so excessively I left droplets of blood wherever I went'

David Monaghan aims to educate the public about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder through his play.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I haven't peed in 6 years - a rare condition prevents me from emptying my bladder

Anna Gray suffered from Fowler's Syndrome, leading to six years without urination due to a rare medical condition.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What Individuals Can Do to End Suicides

Open discussions about suicide are vital for preventing it.
Suicide prevention training is as crucial as CPR training.
Parents should inquire about guns in homes where their kids play.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Dog groomer urges caution after social media scam

The consequences of them getting access to your Facebook page is that they could take down your page, and maybe change the name of your page to show something else, to push out their message to your followers.
Social media marketing
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Toddler just learning to speak saves his sleeping family with one word: 'Fire!'

Aiden, a 3-year-old, alerted his family to a fire, effectively saving them from danger.
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

Coins.

Do you want to be part of the problem or part of the solution? That's the choice before some of you at this point.
Mental health
fromFast Company
3 months ago

How to identify and eliminate the 3 biggest time sucks in your day

Identifying your time sucks involves honest awareness, automatic monitoring, and personal time tracking, which can significantly enhance productivity and time management.
Mental health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

What's Wrong With How We See Epilepsy?

Epilepsy affects 50 million globally, yet myths perpetuate stigma and misunderstandings.
Purple Day, on March 26, is crucial for raising awareness and challenging myths about epilepsy.
Public education and policy reform are essential to combat stigma and improve treatment options.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

April Is Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month

Child Abuse Prevention Month highlights the importance of creating safe environments for children and raising awareness to combat abuse.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

5 Things to Know About Catatonia

Catatonia's exact prevalence is unclear, affecting individuals across multiple conditions and necessitating better awareness and understanding among health professionals.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Gravesend woman joins sleep-out for homelessness

Tish Reynolds joins a charity sleep out to raise awareness and funds for youth homelessness following her own experience.
Centrepoint aims to end youth homelessness by 2037.
#colon-cancer
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Katie Couric shares what she wishes she knew about colon cancer before her husband died at 42 years old

Katie Couric advocates for colon cancer awareness, emphasizing early detection through AI and blood tests following her husband's death from the disease.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | I got diagnosed with colon cancer at 44 - these were my 4 main symptoms

Stage 2b colon cancer is increasingly affecting individuals under 50, highlighting the need for increased awareness and early detection.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

"Mushroom Hunting at the Ski Basin"

The act of foraging mushrooms transforms nature into a living entity, where every repeat of steps deepens the understanding of the unseen connections in life.
Beer
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Carers need care, too': Bruce Willis's wife speaks out after deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa

Caregivers need support and recognition, as highlighted by Emma Heming Willis following the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg's heroic final act revealed before death at 22

"He had barely been able to speak for several days, so the clarity of these words was as surprising as the weight of the moment was profound," Prince Robert, 56, said of his late son.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Trump impersonator who trolled Alec Baldwin is 'abusive monster' who broke ex's wrist after another male comic texted her: court records

"He's a violent, abusive monster," Thompson told The Post. "He's disturbed and deranged and gets off on hitting women."
NYC politics
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

More than 170 mothers killed by their sons in 15 years in UK, report reveals

Significant number of UK women killed by sons highlights the serious issue of matricide.
Mental illness and substance abuse are key factors contributing to these murders.
Cancer
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

What This 9-Year-Old Girl Said Before Dying Of Cancer Will Leave You Sobbing

The article honors Nova May Baker, highlighting her mother's efforts to raise awareness about childhood cancer through social media after her passing.
Public health
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Climate change is harming the health of Americans, and they know it

Increased awareness among Americans about health impacts from climate change.
Growing trust in scientists regarding climate-related health issues, surprisingly countering overall trends.
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