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fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago
Pets

"Nocturnal Creatures," by Said Sayrafiezadeh

The stigma of pest control workers during and after a bedbug scare affects their service and relationship with clients.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment that changed me: I was 16, gay and bullied for it. Then my father wrote to the Guardian

Growing up gay in the 90s was marked by fear and societal stigma, but the author found support within their family.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The basis of eugenics': Elon Musk and the menacing return of the R-word

The resurgence of the R-word highlights the troubling normalization of slurs in political discourse, impacting attitudes towards those with intellectual disabilities.
fromAP News
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Devoted nap-takers explain the benefits of sleeping on the job

Napping can significantly enhance cognitive performance despite its stigma in the U.S. labor force.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Naomi Watts' new book reflects on the hidden parts of menopause

Naomi Watts highlights the shock of learning about her near menopause at 36, shedding light on the stigma surrounding this natural stage of life.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Solace and sisterhood: the Indian holy city where ostracised widows find a new home in pictures

Widows in Vrindavan have created a resilient community to cope with societal stigma, isolation, and the search for spirituality.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Mental health

How Celebrities Changed America's Postpartum Depression Narrative

Celebrities discussing postpartum depression has raised awareness but created high expectations for mothers that can invite criticism.
#parenting-choices
fromTODAY.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How I decided to become a solo mom by choice at age 41

Using anonymous sperm donors can be a more straightforward option for single mothers than involving friends due to potential complexities in relationships.
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago
Parenting

These Are The 6 Things Child-Free People Want You To Stop Saying To Them

Stigma against child-free individuals persists, especially affecting women, leading to judgment and intrusive questions about their choices.
fromTODAY.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How I decided to become a solo mom by choice at age 41

Using anonymous sperm donors can be a more straightforward option for single mothers than involving friends due to potential complexities in relationships.
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago
Parenting

These Are The 6 Things Child-Free People Want You To Stop Saying To Them

Stigma against child-free individuals persists, especially affecting women, leading to judgment and intrusive questions about their choices.
more#parenting-choices
#health-awareness
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago
Tech industry

Did Apple Just Stumble Into a Cure for Male Loneliness?

Many people associate hearing loss with aging, resulting in delayed treatment; societal stigma leads to a seven-year average wait for help.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago
Health

GPs advise not to ignore scabies symptoms

There has been a rising trend in scabies diagnoses in England, particularly in close-living environments like universities and care homes.
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago
Tech industry

Did Apple Just Stumble Into a Cure for Male Loneliness?

Many people associate hearing loss with aging, resulting in delayed treatment; societal stigma leads to a seven-year average wait for help.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago
Health

GPs advise not to ignore scabies symptoms

There has been a rising trend in scabies diagnoses in England, particularly in close-living environments like universities and care homes.
more#health-awareness
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

UK: More and more Pakistanis reject cousin marriage DW 10/17/2024

Cousin marriages can lead to social stigma, impacting families even when children are healthy.
The perception of health issues in children due to consanguinity often lacks scientific backing.
fromAdvocate.com
11 months ago
Women in technology

Lesbian and bisexual women live shorter lives than straight women. Here's why

Lesbian and bisexual women have a shorter life expectancy compared to heterosexual women due to existing health disparities and social stigma.
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