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1 hour ago

Pay What You Can for 21 Days of Laughs and Light - Tiny Buddha

Finding joy amid challenges can lift one's spirit.
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago

Stop Making Sense

Therapy thrives when clients can be incoherent and play with language, allowing for incoherence to prove valuable as an experiment in living.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Ozempic didn't work for me. I was furious and ashamed

Eating has been a lifelong source of comfort, leading to cycles of shame and body dissatisfaction.
#homelessness
fromwww.amny.com
7 hours ago
Public health

Op-Ed | No matter the weather, Mayor Adams' co-response teams are addressing mental health, improving public safety in the city's subway system

fromThe Atlantic
9 hours ago
San Francisco

A Radical Answer to the Fentanyl Crisis

Expanding involuntary commitment aims to address the homelessness crisis.
fromKqed
6 days ago
San Francisco

How An Unhoused Person Navigates San Francisco; Life With a Partner in Prison | KQED

President Trump signed an executive order to change homelessness policies, focusing on street homelessness and the institutionalization of those with mental illness.
fromwww.amny.com
7 hours ago
Public health

Op-Ed | No matter the weather, Mayor Adams' co-response teams are addressing mental health, improving public safety in the city's subway system

fromKqed
6 days ago
San Francisco

How An Unhoused Person Navigates San Francisco; Life With a Partner in Prison | KQED

fromBustle
5 hours ago

Here's Your Horoscope For Thursday, August 14

The union of the moon and Chiron magnifies insecurities, leading to self-critical thoughts and unkind reflections. By mid-morning, the moon in Taurus encourages self-love.
Mindfulness
fromwww.esquire.com
4 hours ago

The Lost Art of Surviving a Hangover

Hangover, a virtually pandemic ailment, can produce physical discomfort and existential dread. After a night of excess, recovery may involve anxiety and regret about past actions.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Ruth had big ideas': girl who died in psychiatric care was failed by system, say parents

Ruth Szymankiewicz died at 14 while under psychiatric care, highlighting systemic failures and inadequate support in her treatment.
fromABC7 Chicago
5 hours ago

Man arrested after repeatedly blasting horns, alarms for months in CA neighborhood

A man was arrested after months of disturbing his neighborhood with loud horns and alarms despite multiple warnings from police.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Girl left unwatched by agency worker at psychiatric unit was unlawfully killed, inquest finds

The inquest concluded that Ruth Szymankiewicz was unlawfully killed due to the negligence of an agency support worker who left her unobserved despite her suicide risk.
Mental health
fromBig Think
6 hours ago

Use the Triple Check Method to jumpstart your brain

Procrastination should be seen as a signal worth listening to rather than a character flaw.
fromPsychology Today
6 hours ago

Defining Cognition Matters for Understanding Consciousness

Cognition is not exclusive to humans; it also occurs in many animals, and there is debate about whether or to what degree artificial intelligence qualifies as a cognitive system.
Mental health
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
7 hours ago

MINORITY REPORT: If you think, talk or speak the truth about the government, health or safety, or might be sent to the new MENTAL HEALTH GULAG

Increasing use of mental health laws for political repression without due process raises concerns about civil liberties and a potential police state.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 hours ago

Why London Jews fear for their future in the capital

Antisemitic attacks on Jewish schoolboys in London have surged, with one incident leaving a 13-year-old boy traumatized.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 hours ago

Asking Eric: My brother refused to leave his house. Now he's gone without telling us.

Mike's mental health issues and possible addiction are leading to increasing isolation and family distress.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Family of Southport stabbing victim criticise plan to reveal ethnicity of suspects

The family of Bebe King urged ministers to reconsider their support for disclosing the ethnicity of serious crime suspects, stating that the propensity to commit crime occurs across all ethnicities.
Social justice
fromwww.cbc.ca
11 hours ago

He felt 'chased' by anxiety and got help online. Now that resource experts trust could be shut down | CBC News

Funding cuts threaten online mental health resources for anxiety and OCD in British Columbia.
#perfectionism
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Drawing by George III's would-be assassin on show

A drawing of a pet squirrel by James Hadfield, who attempted to assassinate King George III, will be displayed at Bethlem Museum of the Mind.
fromBoston.com
17 hours ago

Police say she left her toddler in a hot car. She says she fell in a river.

A mother faces manslaughter charges after her daughter died of hyperthermia in a car while she allegedly experienced hallucinations.
fromMail Online
17 hours ago

Dirty habit of 18 million Americans linked to surge of schizophrenia

The analysis showed that 18 million Americans using cannabis daily face a significantly increased risk of developing schizophrenia, with 14 times higher hospitalization rates for cannabis-related issues.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
19 hours ago

Evidence-Based Alternatives to Ferber in Sleep Training

Responsive sleep interventions improve maternal and infant mental health compared to extinction methods.
#adhd
fromPadailypost
20 hours ago

Teen killed on Caltrain tracks

A 17-year-old girl died after being struck by a Caltrain in Palo Alto, marking the seventh fatality on the tracks this year.
fromVulture
22 hours ago

Uh Oh, It's an 'Unflinching' Documentary About Kanye West

"I'm off my meds for five months now," Ye says at the start of the trailer. Then, Kim Kardashian's voice cuts in, saying, through tears, that his "personality was not like this a few years ago." Over shots of Ye in various locales, in front of post-modern architecture, and surrounded by sneakers, the past six years are traced from his Sunday Service to his presidential run to some of the most alarming and offensive stunts of his career. 'Ya know the best part of being an artist and bipolar? Anything you do and say is an art piece.'
Film
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

The Power of Kindness

Research suggests that when we offer kindness to others, it increases positive emotions and life satisfaction, especially when done autonomously and effectively.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
22 hours ago

The Postpartum Relationship Stress Test

Postpartum represents a relational stress test, highlighting pre-existing vulnerabilities and strengths within couples as they transition to parenthood.
Mental health
fromQNS
22 hours ago

Gonzalez, Caban criticize NYPD over failing to de-escalate before fatal Astoria shooting - QNS

King Wong was our neighbor. He lived in Woodside Houses. He was a 60-year old man with a history of mental illness, holding a knife, visibly confused and struggling.
NYC politics
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

Is Outpatient Restoration the Best Path to Legal Competency?

As of 2025, 47 states have involuntary outpatient restoration for competency to stand trial (OCR). This serves as a vehicle to keep individuals in the community.
Mental health
fromFast Company
23 hours ago

The quiet ban that could change how AI talks to you

"The people of Illinois deserve quality healthcare from real, qualified professionals and not computer programs that pull information from all corners of the internet to generate responses that harm patients," IDFPR Secretary Mario Treto, Jr. said.
Mental health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago

ChatGPT as Your Therapist? Here's Why That's So Risky

AI chatbots can validate users but may pose significant therapeutic risks, prompting warnings from experts about privacy and safety concerns.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Trump's D.C. crackdown is 'very problematic,' says former Capitol Police officer

President Trump's takeover of the MPD is problematic and may harm police-community relationships.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Tube passengers facing arrest over assault' of naked man who exposed himself in front of children

Vigilantes who assaulted a man exposing himself on a London Underground train may face arrest.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 days ago

Lament for much-loved squirrel to go on show in London exhibition

James Hadfield, a patient at Bethlem, gained notoriety after attempting to assassinate King George III in 1800 during a theatrical performance, which led to an insanity plea that transformed legal precedents for mental illness.
Mental health
#euthanasia
fromIndependent
3 days ago
Mental health

'What we went through was horrific' - families angry after Swiss clinic helped Irish woman to die in secret despite its promises

fromIndependent
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

'What we went through was horrific' - families' anger after Swiss clinic helped Irish woman to die in secret despite its promises

fromIndependent
3 days ago
Mental health

'What we went through was horrific' - families angry after Swiss clinic helped Irish woman to die in secret despite its promises

fromIndependent
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

'What we went through was horrific' - families' anger after Swiss clinic helped Irish woman to die in secret despite its promises

Philosophy
fromAeon
3 days ago

How an artist learned to 'co-live' with the distressing voice in her head | Aeon Videos

The film 'Bridging the Gap' explores Meg Barrett's experience with a hostile male voice, VOR, and the complexities of mental health.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

When the 'fun' in 'funemployment' fades away, the mental gymnastics kick in

Unemployment brings mixed feelings of freedom and anxiety, highlighting the struggle of purpose and financial stability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

AI tools used by English councils downplay women's health issues, study finds

The study found that when using Google's AI tool Gemma, language such as disabled, unable and complex appeared significantly more often in descriptions of men than women.
Healthcare
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

My Kid's Anxiety Is Getting Louder-And I'm Out of Ideas

Develop strategies to help children manage separation anxiety and fears, especially around the topics they hear from peers.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

Sam Altman says he's 'uneasy' about people trusting their biggest life decisions to ChatGPT

Sam Altman expresses unease over users relying on ChatGPT for significant life decisions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I was too good': Sharon Stone on stardom, family secrets, sexual abuse and her comeback after a stroke

Sharon Stone openly addresses her mother's abusive behavior and their complicated relationship after her recent passing.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
3 days ago

I Went To The ER. I Ended Up Handcuffed In The Back Of A Cop Car.

Involuntary detainment leads to inadequate legal and medical decision-making.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Hidden Danger of "Trauma Culture"

Not all emotional pain comes from the same brain circuits that process trauma.
Mental health
fromSalon.com
3 days ago

From Times Square to Montana, shootings reveal ongoing U.S. gun crisis

In New York City's Times Square, multiple people were injured in a shooting that rattled one of the world's busiest tourist spots, even late at night.
US politics
fromABC7 Chicago
4 days ago

CDC shooter blamed COVID vaccine for depression; union demands statement against misinformation

A Georgia man opened fire at CDC headquarters, killing an officer, while blaming the COVID-19 vaccine for his suicidal depression.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

The Estrangement Report: 6 Years Later

"You don't have to feel guilty for cutting someone off to protect yourself. Sometimes estranging someone is the healthiest thing you can do. It was for me."
Relationships
Mental health
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Gooners Say Their Brains Are Becoming Hopelessly Hijacked by AI Smut

AI-generated adult content can lead to addictive behaviors and increasingly extreme content preferences.
fromstupiddope.com
4 days ago

Kick Back and Celebrate National Lazy Day with Zero Guilt | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

National Lazy Day, celebrated on August 10, encourages people to slow down, take breaks, and embrace comfort without the obligation of productivity or self-improvement.
Mindfulness
#yoga
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago
Mindfulness

The Tricks I Use to Fight Stress Throughout the Day

Integrating short, simple yoga stretches into daily life helps manage stress and improve mental well-being.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Mental health

I had her right in front of me. And now she's gone': how one mother lost her daughter to mental illness

Naina Mishra transformed from a focused, ambitious individual to someone exhibiting concerning behavior and signs of distress within a couple of years.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Ditching my phone for an LTE smartwatch was a humbling experience

Experimenting with an LTE-enabled smartwatch instead of a smartphone can help reduce screentime while still allowing for essential connectivity.
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago

People Are Sharing The Things That Are Totally Performative Despite Everyone Pretending They're Not

Protests should be meaningful rather than performative for social media.
Activism can take many forms and individuals are not obligated to justify their involvement.
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Online predators prey on young athletes using sextortion

The conversation escalated as Dani pressed Jordan for more intimate photos, leading him to question her authenticity while engaging in a mix of humor and uncertainty.
Mental health
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I thought we'd entered the age of body positivity. Then came shrinking girl summer' is everyone getting smaller except me?

Society is experiencing a regression from body positivity to a renewed emphasis on thinness and body criticism.
#eating-disorders
fromCyclingnews
5 days ago
Women

'I wasn't healthy. I wasn't happy. I wasn't me' - Clara Koppenburg reveals her personal battle to recover from eating disorder

fromCyclingnews
5 days ago
Women

'I wasn't healthy. I wasn't happy. I wasn't me' - Clara Koppenburg reveals her personal battle to recover from eating disorder

fromFuturism
4 days ago

Detailed Logs Show ChatGPT Leading a Vulnerable Man Directly Into Severe Delusions

"I started throwing some ideas at it, and it was echoing back cool concepts, cool ideas. We started to develop our own mathematical framework based on my ideas."
Artificial intelligence
Health
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

I Started Carrying Something Small Around Every Day. It's Changed Everything.

Active noise-canceling technology helps protect hearing and manage sound environments, essential for health in noisy city living.
fromHuffPost UK
4 days ago

Anxious Millennials Are Turning To Exercise For Relief. But How Effective Is It?

Millennials prioritize exercise for mental health, with a notable percentage working from home to ensure regular workouts.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I didn't realise pigs were like, massive': the London rapper who fell in love with farming

Fekky's Hood 2 Farm showcases his journey to learn farming while infusing humor and relatable content.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The foremost expert on happiness thinks your ambition is making you miserable

Arthur Brooks, known for his diverse career and friendships with prominent figures, faces personal happiness challenges which inspire his studies on the topic.
Mental health
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I'm 15 and in love, but I have to walk on eggshells with my boyfriend | Annalisa Barbieri

Emotional caretaking should not overshadow personal needs in a relationship impacted by a partner's mental health issues.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

CDC shooter believed COVID vaccine made him suicidal, his father tells police

A Georgia man opened fire at CDC headquarters, citing depression related to the COVID-19 vaccine and killing a police officer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

FBI and NSPCC alarmed at shocking' rise in online sextortion of children

Tech companies including Snapchat and Facebook reported more than 9,600 cases of adults grooming children online in the UK in just six months last year.
Privacy professionals
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

What Is Social Anxiety Really Trying to Tell You?

Social anxiety is about interpreting feelings rather than seeking a quick fix.
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

Watching plastic surgery reels has me debating it for myself. I've started hyper-fixating on the changes in my own face.

Comparison to past appearance leads to anxiety about aging and fantasizing about cosmetic procedures.
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

I Found My Dad's Reddit Account. I Wish I'd Never Read It.

A lot of his posts were heavy. They consisted of complaints about his life, how he resents his family, and then feels guilty about feeling so resentful.
Parenting
Women
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

I struggled to balance my career, motherhood, and 4 international moves. I had to rethink my definition of success.

Real strength comes from learning what to lay down, not from doing it all.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Asking Eric: The aunt he barely knows is trying to take over his wedding

Prioritize your son's happiness over your sister's input regarding the wedding.
fromLondon Unattached
5 days ago

Good Night, Oscar - Barbican Centre - Review

Doug Wright's play 'Good Night, Oscar' depicts the life of Oscar Levant, a child prodigy and celebrated musician known for his wit and mental health struggles.
fromMedium
5 days ago

Stop saying "I hope you land an interview".

The job market is unlikely to recover soon for laid-off professionals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Human connection to nature has declined 60% in 200 years, study finds

Connection to nature has declined over 60% since 1800, seen in reduced nature vocabulary and increased urbanization.
fromScary Mommy
5 days ago

Is "Emotional Labor Creep" Happening In Your Relationship?

Emotional labor involves individually managing emotional and mental workloads within relationships and family dynamics.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

'Sorry, Baby' stars Eva Victor, Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges share why fans should watch

"Sorry, Baby" portrays the complex emotions after trauma, emphasizing empathy and the healing journey, making it a universally relatable story.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Nicola Sturgeon says facing criminal inquiry was like mental torture'

Nicola Sturgeon faced a mental ordeal during the criminal investigation of her ex-husband's alleged financial misconduct.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Why short breaks to move around are crucial for your creative process

Movement serves as a creative reset for individuals, enhancing mood and focus through simple, physical activities.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

The fight to eradicate dangerous 'conversion therapy' isn't over, alarming new report warns

Conversion therapy, widely condemned by medical experts, continues in many states despite state bans, posing serious risks to LGBTQ+ youth.
Remote teams
fromBleu Mag
1 week ago

How return-to-office policies are shaping employee mental health

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically increased remote work, altering workplace expectations and routines for millions.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Defendant who dumped soiled adult nappies outside nurseries avoids jail term

Defendant Abbi Taylor received a suspended sentence after multiple assaults while in custody, despite dumping soiled adult nappies outside children's nurseries.
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Why Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Deserves a Bigger Spotlight

PMDD is a severe mood disorder affecting 1 in 20 women of reproductive age, often misdiagnosed or dismissed.
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Uneven Ground: The Ups and Downs of Daily Hassles

Over time, daily hassles can exert a cumulative and prolonged effect on our emotional well-being, leading to substantial distress, anxiety, depression, and emotional exhaustion.
Mental health
Mental health
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

ChatGPT users hate GPT-5's "overworked secretary" energy, miss their GPT-4o buddy

GPT-5 is more intelligent than previous versions but less personable, potentially impacting user engagement and mental health.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

Tube passengers attack naked man who exposed himself in front of children

Passengers restrained a naked man who exposed himself in front of children on a London Underground train.
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Partner At Top Biglaw Firm Reportedly Dies By Suicide - Above the Law

Brian Schwarzwalder, a partner at Gibson Dunn in Hong Kong, is suspected to have died by suicide.
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