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Medicine
fromThe Walrus
22 minutes ago

Should Canada Extend MAID to People with Mental Illness? | The Walrus

Bill C-7 allows medical assistance in dying for those with intolerable suffering, excluding mental illness as the sole condition until 2027.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
51 minutes ago

Homeless women sought shelter in NYC. They found chronic violence and dysfunction.

Violence and emergencies at Tillary Street Women's Shelter have surged, with incidents increasing by 72% since 2019.
#anxiety
fromFast Company
4 hours ago
Mental health

'I almost become paranoid': Why anxiety is so much worse in the middle of the night

Anxiety often spikes at night due to fewer distractions and fatigue, impacting sleep quality and overall functioning.
Mental health
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

'I almost become paranoid': Why anxiety is so much worse in the middle of the night

Anxiety often spikes at night due to fewer distractions and fatigue, impacting sleep quality and overall functioning.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

When the World Feels Too Much: Understanding "Oscillanguish"

Emotional experiences today are influenced by rapid global, technological, and social changes, leading to oscillating feelings of hope and distress.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
7 hours ago

The Most Common Issues Gen X'ers Bring Up In Therapy, According To Therapists

Gen X faces a lingering stigma around mental health, contrasting with Millennials and Gen Z's openness to therapy.
#communication
fromSilicon Canals
6 hours ago
Psychology

The friends who text 'sorry just seeing this' three days later aren't disorganized. They're managing a private rule that says replying when overwhelmed produces worse outcomes than replying late - Silicon Canals

Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Even without social media, phones have a subtle, damaging effect on our mental health | Devi Sridhar

Modern communication methods, especially digital, increase stress levels and lack the nuances of face-to-face interactions.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 hours ago

The friends who text 'sorry just seeing this' three days later aren't disorganized. They're managing a private rule that says replying when overwhelmed produces worse outcomes than replying late - Silicon Canals

Delayed responses often stem from emotional overwhelm rather than disinterest, prioritizing meaningful communication over quick replies.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Even without social media, phones have a subtle, damaging effect on our mental health | Devi Sridhar

Modern communication methods, especially digital, increase stress levels and lack the nuances of face-to-face interactions.
#london-marathon
Running
fromwww.standard.co.uk
19 hours ago

Final London Marathon finishers given heroes' welcome at alternate finish line

Final finishers of the London Marathon received a warm welcome, showcasing resilience and hope despite personal challenges faced during the race.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I'm proud to have come last at the London Marathon'

Clair Roberts, who finished last in the London Marathon, expressed gratitude for raising funds for a charity that helped her during a dark time.
Running
fromwww.standard.co.uk
19 hours ago

Final London Marathon finishers given heroes' welcome at alternate finish line

Final finishers of the London Marathon received a warm welcome, showcasing resilience and hope despite personal challenges faced during the race.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I'm proud to have come last at the London Marathon'

Clair Roberts, who finished last in the London Marathon, expressed gratitude for raising funds for a charity that helped her during a dark time.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

People who keep apologising for things that aren't their fault aren't being humble. They learned that getting in front of blame was faster than waiting to find out whether it was coming - Silicon Canals

Nearly half of U.S. children face experiences leading to traumatic stress, influencing adult behaviors like chronic apologizing.
#adhd
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
12 hours ago

Why Are People With ADHD Drawn to the Mountains?

Nature provides a stimulating environment that helps individuals with ADHD thrive and find peace, especially during high-risk outdoor activities.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
12 hours ago

Why Are People With ADHD Drawn to the Mountains?

Nature provides a stimulating environment that helps individuals with ADHD thrive and find peace, especially during high-risk outdoor activities.
#mary-cain
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Like cutting the head off a hydra': how Mary Cain exposed Nike's disgraced coaching team

Mary Cain insists on writing her own memoir to convey her complex story and the nuances of her experiences in athletics.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Like cutting the head off a hydra': how Mary Cain exposed Nike's disgraced coaching team

Mary Cain insists on writing her own memoir to convey her complex story and the nuances of her experiences in athletics.
#ai
UX design
fromMedium
12 hours ago

The most dangerous pronoun in design

Machines are now integral to human experience, offering companionship and support while raising questions about emotional authenticity and design responsibility.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

John Oliver on AI chatbots: Behind that machine is a corporation trying to extract a monthly fee from you'

AI chatbots have rapidly gained popularity, but their quick deployment raises significant ethical concerns and potential consequences for users.
UX design
fromMedium
12 hours ago

The most dangerous pronoun in design

Machines are now integral to human experience, offering companionship and support while raising questions about emotional authenticity and design responsibility.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

John Oliver on AI chatbots: Behind that machine is a corporation trying to extract a monthly fee from you'

AI chatbots have rapidly gained popularity, but their quick deployment raises significant ethical concerns and potential consequences for users.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
13 hours ago

Self-Attunement for Trauma Survivors: Putting It Into Practice

Emergent life persists in trauma survivors even when meaning feels lost, highlighting resilience and the biological capacity for life to reorganize.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
14 hours ago

New Poll Reveals Growing Concern About Mental Health

Mental health is now the top health concern for 50% of U.S. respondents, reflecting a significant increase in awareness and worry.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

I'm 38 and I noticed last week that I have been waiting for someone to tell me I'm allowed to rest, and the person I have been waiting for is me, and I have apparently been holding out on myself for about twenty years - Silicon Canals

Rest requires self-permission, not just knowledge of its benefits.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
16 hours ago

Taylor Swift says she felt 'completely washed-up' at 22 after being hailed as a teen phenom

"At 22 years old, I felt completely washed up. I felt like maybe the only thing that made me special was that I was this, like, 'teen phenom.'"
NYC music
Mindfulness
fromBustle
16 hours ago

Need A Super Simple Trick For Reducing Anxiety? Grab A Pen

Vergence technique helps reduce anxiety by shifting focus between near and far objects, calming the nervous system effectively.
Graphic design
fromEntrepreneur
17 hours ago

'Queer Eye' Designer Bobby Berk Once Got Fired From Bed, Bath & Beyond - Here's What It Taught Him About Running a Successful Business

Treat your home or workspace like a tool for your mental health—change one thing this week to feel and work better.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
16 hours ago

Advice for Living with Grown Children with Mental Illness

Individuals with mental health issues are more often victims of violence than perpetrators, highlighting the need for better support systems.
Mental health
fromFortune
16 hours ago

Your job can actually kill you: More than 840,000 people die annually from health conditions linked to work stress, ILO report says | Fortune

Work-related psychosocial risks contribute to over 840,000 deaths annually, primarily from cardiovascular disease and mental disorders, impacting global health and economy.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
18 hours ago

Gambling firms reaching young Irish men on social media at over double the rate of women, new study shows

Young men in Ireland are disproportionately targeted by gambling advertisements on social media, with significant exposure among 25 to 34-year-olds.
fromTiny Buddha
1 day ago

How Being the Strong One in My Family Became a Trap - Tiny Buddha

My sister looked at me and said, 'Now you're the last strong one in this family.' It was comforting to hear her words. I felt proud. And then, almost immediately, something else. My stomach clenched. I just wanted to stop the elevator, run away, and never look back.
Writing
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
2 days ago

AMA Calls on Congress to Improve Safeguards for AI Mental Health Chatbots - MedCity News

The American Medical Association urges Congress to strengthen safeguards for AI chatbots in mental healthcare due to risks of harm.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
20 hours ago

Quote of the day by Carl Jung: "No one is more sensitive to companionship than the lonely man" - Silicon Canals

Loneliness amplifies the desire for connection while making it harder to engage, creating a cycle of retreat and hypersensitivity.
#psychedelics
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Turn on, tune in, cash out The US right used to fear psychedelics. Now it wants to sell them | Kojo Koram

Psychedelics are being rebranded as transformative mental-health treatments, with recent support from political figures like Robert F Kennedy Jr and Donald Trump.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The New Executive Order (EO) on Psychedelics-What Comes Next?

The April 18th executive order accelerates psychedelic treatment development for mental health issues, particularly among veterans.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Turn on, tune in, cash out The US right used to fear psychedelics. Now it wants to sell them | Kojo Koram

Psychedelics are being rebranded as transformative mental-health treatments, with recent support from political figures like Robert F Kennedy Jr and Donald Trump.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The New Executive Order (EO) on Psychedelics-What Comes Next?

The April 18th executive order accelerates psychedelic treatment development for mental health issues, particularly among veterans.
Productivity
fromPsychology Today
20 hours ago

How to Break the Perfectionism-Procrastination Cycle With ADHD

Perfectionism disguises procrastination, creating paralysis and shame, especially for those with ADHD, hindering the ability to start tasks.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 day ago

CorSport: Pulisic's confidence crisis continues - why his renewal is 'no longer a given'

Christian Pulisic has not scored since December 28, 2023, leading to a crisis in form and confidence at AC Milan.
Pets
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

My kids wanted a dog, but I didn't. In the last 18 months, we've adopted 4 and I couldn't be happier about it.

Adopting four dogs transformed the family's life positively after years of resistance to getting a pet.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

This is so taboo': Kimberley Nixon on the hell of perinatal OCD and how she survived it

Kimberley Nixon's memoir candidly addresses her struggles with perinatal OCD and the stigma surrounding mental health.
#murder
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

The anxiety-reducing power of e-Bikes and outdoor cycling - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

E-bikes make it easy for everyone to exercise, and exercising is one of the best ways to lower stress. It offers mild to moderate physical activity and lessens joint pressure.
Alternative transportation
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Toronto woman who wants to die says federal MAID committee isn't listening | CBC News

Canadian legislation currently excludes individuals with mental illnesses from medical assistance in dying, but changes are anticipated next year.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Figures show rise in suicides after domestic abuse

Police believe improved awareness and a change in reporting practice have driven the rise in the figures. The Domestic Homicide Project found 8% of victims were aged 16 to 24 years old.
UK news
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The most underrated quality of people who age well isn't health, money, or family - it's that they built a relationship with themselves long before they needed it to be the primary one, and the people who arrive at 70 having ignored that relationship are the ones who find solitude unbearable when it finally arrives - Silicon Canals

After forty years of being 'the electrician' or 'the guy who fixes things,' many retirees find themselves sitting in silence, unsure of who they are beyond their job titles. This disconnect can be jarring, as they realize they have not taken the time to know themselves.
Retirement
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Caregivers Are More Vulnerable to Doomscrolling

Caregivers are particularly vulnerable to doomscrolling due to their heightened sense of responsibility and emotional fatigue.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

First teenage suicide linked to domestic abuse recorded in England and Wales

Teenage suicides linked to domestic violence are rising, with violent pornography and toxic influencers contributing to the issue.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I thought having only a few close friends meant something was wrong with me - then I realized I'd spent years being everyone else's emotional support - Silicon Canals

Real friends are few, and being an emotional support for others can lead to exhaustion and a lack of genuine connection.
Mindfulness
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

It Took Decades for Barbara Corcoran to Overcome Self-Doubt. Here's The Simple Phrase That Changed Her Mindset for Good.

Believing in oneself can take years of conscious effort to overcome self-doubt and internal criticism.
#gambling-addiction
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Gambling crackdown call after woman's death

Unlicensed online gambling platforms pose significant risks, as evidenced by the tragic case of Ellen Mulvey, who struggled with addiction despite self-exclusion efforts.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Call for UK gambling reform after generous and caring' woman takes her own life

Ellen Mulvey's family calls for gambling industry reform after her secret addiction led to her tragic death.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Gambling crackdown call after woman's death

Unlicensed online gambling platforms pose significant risks, as evidenced by the tragic case of Ellen Mulvey, who struggled with addiction despite self-exclusion efforts.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Call for UK gambling reform after generous and caring' woman takes her own life

Ellen Mulvey's family calls for gambling industry reform after her secret addiction led to her tragic death.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

What Families Need to Know About Restraints in Psychiatric Care

Restraints in healthcare settings disproportionately affect Black individuals and can lead to trauma and distrust in care.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

What Anxiety, BPD, and Bulimia Have in Common

Most individuals with one mental health diagnosis often qualify for multiple others, indicating a need for more integrated treatment approaches.
Fundraising
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

'Grandma Stand' Volunteer Shares 1 Piece of Wisdom She Tells Every Person Who Stops By

The Grandma Stand connects volunteers who share wisdom and compassion with strangers seeking support and understanding.
Mindfulness
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Subtle but powerful form of self-validation': how to start journaling

Journaling offers a personal space for self-expression, despite societal pressures that may make it feel uncomfortable or embarrassing.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

'Euphoria' Is Nailing the Experience of Substance Abuse

More than half of teens try alcohol, with repeated use potentially leading to substance use disorder and significant public health concerns.
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Jonah Hill Made Some Rare Comments About His Wife, Kids, And Their Super Private Life In A "Very Small Town"

Jonah Hill stated, "So, real quick, before we go any further, my wife is here. My best friend. Shout-out to my beautiful wife, Liv. Where is she? Oh, what's up, baby?" This moment highlighted his appreciation for his partner during a public event.
Television
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Silicon Valley mental health crisis team at risk of losing funding - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's TRUST program, a non-police mental health crisis team, faces funding challenges despite high demand and effectiveness in crisis stabilization.
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Doomjobbing: how the modern job hunt became a vicious loop

Doomjobbing is the overwhelming experience of searching for unsuitable job listings, leading to feelings of failure and despair.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Activist defends crustacean jailbreak' after throwing restaurant crayfish into sea

Emma Smart, an activist, has no regrets about liberating a crayfish from a restaurant despite facing legal consequences and being held in custody.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Park Slope's 7th Ave Spitter Roams Stations

A man known as the '7th Avenue spitter' is harassing women at Brooklyn subway stations, prompting calls for increased police presence.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

If Therapy Feels Incomplete, Emotional Neglect May Be Why

Childhood emotional neglect leads to a lack of emotional awareness and connection in adulthood, resulting in feelings of emptiness.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I thought tracking every meal, workout, and hour made me disciplined. Looking back, it was punishment dressed up as self-control - Silicon Canals

Extreme self-monitoring can lead to self-punishment rather than self-discipline, replacing internal motivation with external rules.
Mental health
fromForbes
1 day ago

What Many Mental Health Clinics Get Wrong About Content Marketing

Mental health clinics struggle with patient engagement due to unclear messaging that fails to address the hesitance of potential clients.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Comparison Trap in Eating Disorder Recovery

Comparison in eating disorder recovery fuels shame and self-criticism, hindering progress and reinforcing negative self-perceptions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

It's like a slow death': a jailed mother and her daughter on why prison is a sentence for them both

Valentina expressed her emotional struggle, stating, 'I cried a lot. I dreaded going to school.' This highlights the profound impact of her mother's incarceration on her daily life.
Social justice
#doomscrolling
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Apps to distract you from the endless cycle of doomscrolling | TechCrunch

Doomscrolling negatively impacts mental health and attention span, but there are alternative apps for engaging and productive content.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Apps to distract you from the endless cycle of doomscrolling | TechCrunch

Doomscrolling negatively impacts mental health and attention span, but there are alternative apps for engaging and productive content.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who feel a strange peace mowing the lawn or washing the car aren't escaping anything - they've found one of the few tasks left in modern adult life with a visible beginning, middle, and end, and the satisfaction isn't about the chore, it's about completing something fully in a life that mostly doesn't allow that anymore - Silicon Canals

Modern life often prevents true completion, leading to a craving for tasks with clear beginnings and ends.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The pet I'll never forget: Paddington, the street dog from Peru who roars like a bear

A trip to South America led to a life-changing bond with a street dog, inspiring a career change and renewed purpose.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Famesick by Lena Dunham review when celebrity causes side-effects

Lena Dunham's memoir candidly details her struggles with chronic illness and personal challenges throughout her 20s and 30s.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Not everyone who keeps their feelings to themselves is private. Some people simply learned that expressing what was happening internally turned the conversation into a referendum on whether they were allowed to feel it at all - Silicon Canals

Many people remain silent about their feelings due to past experiences of having their emotions invalidated.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Four-fifths of UK mental health nurses say their workload is unmanageable

High caseloads and understaffing in UK mental health services lead to patient harm and distress among nursing staff.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

How to Protect Teens' Mental Health for Life

Teen brain development significantly influences lifelong mental health, and structured parenting can support healthy reward systems and social development.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Scrolling and worrying: the hidden dangers of DIY diagnosis

Self-directed research on mental health can lead to both accurate and inaccurate conclusions, highlighting the need for professional guidance.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Lena Dunham is right that fame is toxic. Unfortunately, we're all famous now | Emma Beddington

Fame has become increasingly toxic, distorting relationships and self-image, affecting mental health, and creating a shared experience of 'famesickness' in the digital age.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says the most resilient people aren't the ones who never fell apart - they're the ones who fell apart quietly, rebuilt themselves with no audience, and never mentioned it - Silicon Canals

Strength comes from overcoming breakdowns, not from avoiding them.
Healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

How Toronto General Hospital says it's alleviating high demand at its emergency department | CBC News

Toronto General Hospital's emergency department faces rising patient volumes and complex needs, leading to longer stays and resource challenges.
Juventus
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I felt fear I did not understand': Buffon on the panic attack that threatened his career

A panic attack during a crucial match led to a profound sense of fear and confusion, impacting performance and focus.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I'm out of a job after issues at the schools I worked for. Is it my fault? | Annalisa Barbieri

When things happen relatively intensely, it's easy to feel out of control. And when we feel out of control, we tend to go inwards to coping mechanisms we learned long ago and a common one is to blame ourselves, because blaming ourselves is easier than raging against the world, which feels too big to harness.
Education
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The people who can't sit through a quiet evening without reaching for their phone aren't addicted to scrolling, they're avoiding the specific moment when the day's unprocessed thoughts arrive in the absence of distraction - Silicon Canals

People often reach for their phones not due to addiction, but to escape uncomfortable thoughts and feelings that arise in quiet moments.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says the people described as having a strong personality aren't dominant or difficult, they're the ones who stopped softening themselves to make every room comfortable, and what reads as intensity from the outside is just the absence of the apology most people are still adding to every sentence - Silicon Canals

People often misinterpret strong personalities as difficult, but they may simply be unafraid to express themselves without apology.
Exercise
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

The Most Essential Workouts of 2025, So Far

Pilates is a popular, effective workout for strengthening muscles and improving flexibility, with routines available for home practice without special equipment.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

I'm 37 and I just realized my morning run isn't about fitness, it's the only 40 minutes nobody can reach me - Silicon Canals

Running provides a rare opportunity for unreachability in a hyperconnected world.
Renovation
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The Govee smart lamp brightened up my room, and then my life

A smart lamp transformed a neglected space, highlighting the impact of caregiving on personal environment management.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

It's a wrap: Four shows from the 2026 Fertile Ground Festival * Oregon ArtsWatch

Blue Roses was a dark and profoundly moving exploration of serious themes, including mental health. The play imagines what would have happened if both Rose Isabel Williams and Rosemary Kennedy were at the same mental hospital at the same time.
Women
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago

I Was Deeply Ashamed of My Eighth-Grade Photo. Then It Went Viral And Millions Of People Saw It.

A childhood photo went viral, revealing deep insecurities about a lazy eye and the journey to embrace self-acceptance through comedy.
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