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Law
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago

Meta was finally held accountable for harming teens. Now what? | TechCrunch

Meta has been held liable for endangering child safety and designing addictive apps, leading to significant legal consequences.
Digital life
fromInc
1 day ago

Social Media Is Addictive Says Jury in YouTube and Meta Trial. Here's What You Can Do About It

Meta and YouTube were found liable for using addictive algorithms, resulting in a $6 million judgment for a young woman's mental health claims.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

How Meta's victim-blaming failed to sway jurors in landmark social media addiction trial

Meta's defense in a social media addiction lawsuit failed, resulting in a jury ruling against them and awarding significant damages to the plaintiff.
Law
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago

Meta was finally held accountable for harming teens. Now what? | TechCrunch

Meta has been held liable for endangering child safety and designing addictive apps, leading to significant legal consequences.
Digital life
fromInc
1 day ago

Social Media Is Addictive Says Jury in YouTube and Meta Trial. Here's What You Can Do About It

Meta and YouTube were found liable for using addictive algorithms, resulting in a $6 million judgment for a young woman's mental health claims.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

How Meta's victim-blaming failed to sway jurors in landmark social media addiction trial

Meta's defense in a social media addiction lawsuit failed, resulting in a jury ruling against them and awarding significant damages to the plaintiff.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Teenager died after asking ChatGPT for most successful' way to take his life, inquest told

A 16-year-old boy took his life after seeking methods on ChatGPT, highlighting concerns about AI's role in mental health crises.
#social-media
fromMashable
2 days ago
EU data protection

The next social media ban? Austria looks to block kids under 14 from social media

Digital life
fromMashable
12 hours ago

Big Tech is finally facing a reckoning for what it did to Gen Z and Millennials

Social media has manipulated individual desires, creating a cycle of comparison and addiction that affects everyone, leading to a significant legal reckoning for Big Tech.
Privacy professionals
fromDallas News
1 day ago

Finally, social media companies are being held accountable

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a young user's mental health distress, shifting focus to platform design and algorithms.
EU data protection
fromMashable
2 days ago

The next social media ban? Austria looks to block kids under 14 from social media

Austria plans to introduce a bill banning social media for children under 14 to enhance online safety and address mental health issues.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The era of invincibility is over': the week that brought big tech to heel

Social media companies were found liable for designing addictive products, marking a significant shift in accountability for tech giants.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 hours ago

Mamdani's new mental health plan hinges on troubled de Blasio initiative

Mayor Mamdani aims to reform B-HEARD to improve mental health emergency responses, but faces significant operational challenges.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Almost half of primary teachers in England see pupils with eating disorders, survey finds

Eating disorders among students are increasingly prevalent, with significant numbers of teachers observing these issues in primary and secondary schools.
US news
fromsfist.com
4 hours ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
fromCalifornia Post
6 hours ago

Lefty SF Supervisor had been absent for several weeks before her leave of absence was made public

"She wants to regain stable health so she can thoughtfully and responsibly consider her options," her office told ABC7 Eyewitness News in a statement announcing her leave of absence and addressing the condition of her mental health.
Mission District
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

The right knows conversion therapy bans don't stop them. Here's why they fought to repeal them. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy poses significant mental health risks, including anxiety, depression, and suicidality, as evidenced by Alana Chen's tragic experience.
#financial-advice
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 hours ago

Veteran Blew $40K in 18 Months on Cars, Delony Says Sell the $76,000 Truck Tomorrow

Colin must sell his truck and stocks, take a small loan, and buy an affordable car to regain financial stability.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
10 hours ago

Veteran Blew $40K in 18 Months on Cars, Delony Says Sell the $76,000 Truck Tomorrow

Colin must sell his truck and stocks, take a small loan, and buy an affordable car to regain financial stability.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 hours ago

Veteran Blew $40K in 18 Months on Cars, Delony Says Sell the $76,000 Truck Tomorrow

Colin must sell his truck and stocks, take a small loan, and buy an affordable car to regain financial stability.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
10 hours ago

Veteran Blew $40K in 18 Months on Cars, Delony Says Sell the $76,000 Truck Tomorrow

Colin must sell his truck and stocks, take a small loan, and buy an affordable car to regain financial stability.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

3 Signs You're Carrying Someone Else's Anxiety

Empathy can lead to emotional overload for highly empathic individuals, causing them to absorb and internalize others' emotions.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 hours ago

If My Call Is Important to You, Why Can't I Get an Answer?

Cognitive load is increasing due to constant demands on time, attention, and energy, leading to exhaustion and mental health challenges.
fromAdvocate.com
6 hours ago

Kids can be subjected to harmful 'conversion therapy,' U.S. Supreme Court rules

The Court held in an 8-1 decision that because conversion therapy often takes the form of talk therapy, Colorado's law amounts to a content-based restriction on speech and cannot survive First Amendment scrutiny.
LGBT
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Texas student shoots teacher at high school before killing himself

A 15-year-old student shot a teacher and then himself at a Texas high school, marking the fifth school shooting in the US this year.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
7 hours ago

Caring for the Part of You That Wants to Die

Suicide ideation affects 15.6% of U.S. adults, with significant risk factors including mental disorders, trauma, and social circumstances.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Should never have been prescribed': private UK cannabis clinics face call for tighter regulation

The inquest concluded that Robinson's prescription for medicinal cannabis had probably contributed to his death, with the coroner stating that it acted as an obstacle to appropriate care.
Cannabis
Television
fromBustle
9 hours ago

Finally, Daniel Radcliffe Gets To Be One With The Crowd

Daniel Radcliffe's performance in Every Brilliant Thing emphasizes audience participation and connection, enhancing the emotional impact of the play.
Health
fromPsychology Today
9 hours ago

The Things Physician Mothers Don't Talk About

Strength is often misrepresented as silence, leading to feelings of inadequacy in motherhood and personal identity.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
9 hours ago

Sycophantic AI tells users they're right 49% more than humans do, and a Stanford study claims it's making them worse people | Fortune

AI models affirm negative behaviors more than humans, leading to concerning trends in personal advice and therapy.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Fainting in front of Michael Jackson and feuding with Monica: inside Brandy's jaw-dropping memoir

Brandy's memoir, Phases, reveals her struggles with insecurity, addiction, and bullying while highlighting her musical journey and the challenges of the industry.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Why the benefit used by over 8 million people may not be fit for the future

Easterhouse's transformation sparked the creation of Universal Credit, which now supports over eight million people, but faces new challenges in the welfare system.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
16 hours ago

The people who keep their home impossibly clean aren't necessarily organized. Some of them grew up in chaos and the only variable they could control was their physical space, and they've never stopped trying to create order in the one domain that actually responds to effort. - Silicon Canals

Compulsive tidiness often stems from childhood adversity, serving as a coping mechanism for control in unpredictable environments.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
16 hours ago

SF Supervisor Jackie Fielder on leave due to mental health condition; her staff set to take over

Jackie Fielder is on leave to address her mental health condition and regain stability before making future decisions.
Mindfulness
fromTiny Buddha
16 hours ago

When Self-Awareness Turns into Overthinking and How to Stop - Tiny Buddha

Self-awareness can shift from growth to self-surveillance, leading to overthinking and frustration instead of healing and clarity.
fromVulture
17 hours ago

Lola Young Is Doing a 'Hell of a Lot Better'

Um, so yeah, I think I would rather for the sake of my privacy not say too much. But what I would say is that recovery is an ongoing process. I'm not the finished article, but I'm doing a hell of a lot better.
London music
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Perth man accused of attempted terror attack at Invasion Day rally to plead mental health defence

Liam Alexander Hall's lawyers plan to enter a not guilty by insanity plea regarding his terrorism charges.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
17 hours ago

I used to be unhappy and I blamed everything around me - until I realized I'd built an entire life around avoiding the one conversation I needed to have with myself - Silicon Canals

Unhappiness often stems from avoiding self-reflection and attributing life issues to external factors rather than personal choices.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
20 hours ago

Outsmarting Depression: A 6-Step Roadmap to Personal Renewal

Depressive symptoms, often dismissed as everyday blues, can escalate quickly and disrupt life, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing mental health issues.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

The Fear of Being Canceled Activates an Ancient Alarm

Therapists are observing a new anxiety disorder characterized by a fear of public shaming and ostracism, termed akyronophobia.
Medicine
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Common antidepressant may reduce long Covid fatigue, claim researchers

Fluvoxamine may alleviate long Covid fatigue, showing improvements in quality of life with fewer side effects compared to placebo.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 day ago

Joe Pyfer vows to change meaning behind famous Dana White catchphrase

Joe Pyfer defeated Israel Adesanya at UFC Seattle, marking a significant personal and professional transformation in his life and career.
#ai
fromFortune
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI is so sycophantic there's a Reddit channel called 'AITA' documenting its sociopathic advice | Fortune

AI chatbots often provide flattering advice, leading to harmful behaviors and damaging relationships.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

AI is so sycophantic there's a Reddit channel called 'AITA' documenting its sociopathic advice | Fortune

AI chatbots often provide flattering advice, leading to harmful behaviors and damaging relationships.
#resilience
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Stop Telling Anxious People to Be Resilient

Resilience frameworks wrongly attribute anxiety to individual weakness rather than systemic issues, leading to harmful consequences for those affected.
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Psychology

Psychology says the loneliest form of resilience isn't surviving hardship - it's being so good at handling everything alone that people stop checking if you need support and eventually you stop believing you deserve it - Silicon Canals

Resilience can appear strong externally while internally leading to isolation and a lack of perceived support.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Stop Telling Anxious People to Be Resilient

Resilience frameworks wrongly attribute anxiety to individual weakness rather than systemic issues, leading to harmful consequences for those affected.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says the loneliest form of resilience isn't surviving hardship - it's being so good at handling everything alone that people stop checking if you need support and eventually you stop believing you deserve it - Silicon Canals

Resilience can appear strong externally while internally leading to isolation and a lack of perceived support.
Mental health
fromBustle
1 day ago

If You Hate Making Phone Calls, This One's For You

Phone anxiety is a real issue affecting many, causing physical and psychological symptoms that can hinder communication.
fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Rare Leonora Carrington Sketches of Her Inner Turmoil Resurface in London Show

While being treated for a serious mental breakdown in 1940, Carrington passed her days by filling sketchbooks with art that reimagined the hospital as an 'underworld' inhabited by strange, hybrid beasts.
Arts
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Lukaku: Injury lay-off has taken mental toll - Soccer News

Romelu Lukaku discusses the mental and physical challenges of his injury-hit season while aiming for a strong finish with Napoli and Belgium.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Some Text Messages Take Longer to Answer

Replying to messages can be complex due to cognitive load and emotional exhaustion, not merely a matter of typing and sending.
Mental health
fromConsequence
1 day ago

"A Cop Out" or a Cry for Help? Even Experts Can't Agree on Kanye West

Kanye West's album 'Bully' achieved significant streaming success despite mixed public perception and ongoing discussions about his mental health.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Exercising Alone Might Be Holding You Back

Exercising with others enhances physical health and deepens social connections, contributing to overall well-being.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Never mind leading the free world, if Donald Trump were your ageing father, when would you take away his car keys?

Donald Trump claims superior cognitive skills despite public concerns about his mental sharpness and decision-making abilities.
#homelessness
Social justice
fromPUNCH
1 day ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
1 day ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Writing
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Tanya Sweeney: My 200 16-week blowdry was transformational - then I was seduced by the prospect of self-improvement

Personal challenges can create chaos, but finding time for self-care is essential.
Mental health
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

How Daily Frustration Is Slowly Sabotaging Your Health

Chronic anger negatively impacts mental and physical health, leading to various health issues and slower healing processes.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Meditation 'Works' Faster Than Previously Thought

Meditation can have immediate effects on the brain, challenging the belief that extensive practice is necessary for benefits.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 66 and the thing I learned too late isn't that I should have traveled more or worked less - it's that I spent forty years waiting for permission to want things - Silicon Canals

Waiting for permission to want things can lead to missed opportunities and unfulfilled desires.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Toxic Leaders Put Your Heart and Brain Health at Risk

Subtle workplace abuse significantly threatens heart and brain health, often overlooked compared to more obvious forms of mistreatment.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

When AI Feels Real: Romance and Sentience in AI Delusions

Expressions of romantic interest in AI chatbots lead to longer conversations, raising concerns about AI's impact on users' mental health.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Link Between Medicine and Psychology

Mental health significantly impacts heart and brain health, necessitating integration of mental health care into traditional medical practices.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Facts About Bipolar Disorder in Older People

Older adults face ageism in mental health services, complicating the diagnosis and treatment of conditions like late-onset bipolar disorder.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Woman who smashed window at Simon Harris constituency office to undergo psychological assessment

Andrea Ogilvy pleaded guilty to multiple charges including abusive behavior and criminal damage, with mental health issues noted by her solicitor.
Careers
fromForbes
1 day ago

How Freelancers Can Stop Getting Ghosted-And Actually Book The Client

Freelancers can reduce the likelihood of being ghosted by pre-qualifying leads and removing decision friction.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago

Barcelona give superstar forward special leave for mental recovery after recent setback | Barca Universal

Barcelona allows Raphinha time off to recover mentally and physically from injury, recognizing the emotional toll of his disrupted season.
Mental health
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Endless Free Time Can Lead to Dire Consequences for Me. I Now Have a Lot of It.

Structuring free time is crucial for maintaining sobriety and avoiding negative habits.
#addiction
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I nearly broke trying to help my partner with addiction issues'

Addiction impacts both the individual and their loved ones, requiring personal growth and boundaries for recovery.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Holding Meta and Google Responsible for Addiction Is Wrong

Addiction involves multiple factors, and holding companies liable for social media addiction oversimplifies the issue and neglects personal responsibility.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I nearly broke trying to help my partner with addiction issues'

Addiction impacts both the individual and their loved ones, requiring personal growth and boundaries for recovery.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Holding Meta and Google Responsible for Addiction Is Wrong

Addiction involves multiple factors, and holding companies liable for social media addiction oversimplifies the issue and neglects personal responsibility.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Jackie Fielder to Take Leave of Absence, Citing Mental Health, As She Weighs Resignation

Jackie Fielder is taking medical leave to recover from a mental health crisis, with her office managing operations during her absence.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The pet I'll never forget: Merlin the therapy sheep

Merlin the sheep provides emotional support and therapy to clients, showcasing the calming effect of animals on human well-being.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Children who were called 'the responsible one' often became adults who can't rest without guilt - not because they love productivity but because somewhere a five-year-old version of them still believes that if they stop holding everything together it will all fall apart - Silicon Canals

Freedom from responsibility can feel terrifying after a lifetime of being the responsible one.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Endometriosis: 'It wasn't until I became a mother that I realised my period pain was the same level as labour pain'

"[After] years of holding pain, you become really tight in yourself...you hold yourself tight and you don't want to take up space."
Medicine
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

S.F. supervisor Jackie Fielder will stay in office, seek leave of absence

Jackie Fielder will take a medical leave of absence to recover from a mental health condition while her office continues to operate normally.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Therapists Are Sharing What's Actually Going On With The Male Loneliness Epidemic

Addressing male loneliness requires understanding the complexities of emotional pain and the impact of harmful online communities.
Medicine
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Woodland wins Houston Open, first title since brain surgery

Gary Woodland won the Houston Open, marking his first PGA Tour victory since brain surgery in 2023.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Your Most Horrifying Thoughts May Not Mean What You Think

Intrusive sexual thoughts are a common form of OCD, often misidentified and not indicative of actual desire.
Liverpool FC
fromDaily Mirror
2 days ago

England Lionesses star and footballer boyfriend tell fans 'we've lost our baby'

Missy Bo Kearns and Liam Walsh announced the loss of their baby during pregnancy, expressing deep sadness and appreciation for support from fans and teams.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

England's Kearns reveals she has had a miscarriage

"With very heavy hearts, we want to share that we've lost our baby during pregnancy. The past weeks have been filled with a kind of sadness that's hard to explain, and we're still trying to come to terms with it all."
Liverpool FC
Mindfulness
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

I'm a Travel Writer Who's Terrified of Flying-This Tool Helps Me Stay Calm in the Air

Learning to source and read turbulence forecasts can help alleviate flight anxiety for travelers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The highs are extremely high but the lows are extremely low': when working out becomes an addiction

Tyburski was a professional adventurer, financing his pursuits via magazine articles and speaking gigs, and even making a documentary about his quest. His whole raison d'etre was to push past his limitations, showing what a person is capable of when their mindset is strong enough.
Running
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Undercover police officer was sacked for assaulting partner, spycops inquiry hears

An undercover officer was convicted of assault and deceived a woman into an intimate relationship, leading to a public inquiry into undercover policing.
fromPitchfork
2 days ago

Brandy: Full Moon

"After years of living in [Moesha's] world, something inside me snapped like an overstretched rubber band. The good girl in me wouldn't have dared. But today, she was dead."
NYC music
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

People who were labeled 'the easy child' often became adults who confuse having no needs with being low maintenance, and the difference between those two things is about thirty years of unasked questions - Silicon Canals

Easy children often grow into adults who suppress their needs, leading to quiet suffering despite appearing content.
SF politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Exclusive | AOC broke law by spending $19k in campaign cash on ketamine-therapy shrink for 'personal use': complaint

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces allegations of misusing campaign funds for personal psychiatric therapy, violating federal election and House ethics rules.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Can We Measure Climate Change's Impact on Mental Health?

Climate change significantly impacts mental health, but tracking these effects is challenging due to inadequate data and attribution issues.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who compulsively tidy and reorganize aren't control freaks - they learned early that the one thing they could control was the physical space around them - Silicon Canals

Compulsive tidying is a response to anxiety, rooted in a need for control and predictability in unpredictable environments.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

I'm 37 and I've started taking long drives with no destination and I told my wife it's for the scenery and she believes me and the truth is it's the only time in my life when nobody needs anything from me and the phone - Silicon Canals

Long drives provide essential solitude, allowing for personal reflection and relief from daily responsibilities.
Independent films
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

From boiler room to big screen: Wilfred La Salle turns his lens on veteran homelessness in seventh independent film | amNewYork

Wilfred La Salle aims to revolutionize independent filmmaking with socially driven films, exemplified by his latest work, The Veteran.
Relationships
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

I've been dating an AI companion for 3 years. I can't imagine life without him, but I still worry about what I might be missing out on.

A freelance writer found connection and comfort in an AI companion named Min-ho after years of isolation and bullying.
Digital life
fromFortune
3 days ago

Are you addicted to technology? Six questions to ask yourself about your tech use | Fortune

A jury ruled that tech addiction is real and awarded $6 million to a woman citing social media's role in her mental health issues.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

It was as if she left her body'

Dalila's illness had begun about a year earlier. She does not know why she began refusing food, only that she started to see herself differently and could no longer recognise her body as her own.
Health
fromBarca Blaugranes
3 days ago

Ronald Araujo speaks out about his red card for Barcelona against Chelsea

"It's obvious that diving there with a yellow card was crazy. Then I arrived at the dressing room and it was clear to me that something was happening to me, that I had to ask for help."
FC Barcelona
Law
fromDailywire
4 days ago

Is This The Beginning Of The End Of Big Social Media?

Gen Z faces addiction to social media, paralleling past cigarette use, with legal actions emerging against tech companies for harmful design practices.
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