As an IT specialist, 37-year-old Korey Wallace is used to offering support to others. But he says he was the one who needed help after serving on a jury for a murder trial in Philadelphia. The jury ultimately convicted a man accused of first-degree murder in the killing of a 27-year-old transgender woman. Investigators found…
Exploring the science of fear – CBS News Watch CBS News Fear is usually an unpleasant emotion — but it may actually be good for us. Michelle Miller takes a look at the science of fear. Source link
Mom whose young daughter died by suicide urges limits on nighttime phone use – CBS News Watch CBS News Nearly one in six school-aged children report being bullied online, according to a global study by the World Health Organization. Meg Oliver spoke to a mother who is turning her grief into a warning for other…
Editor’s note: In this Future View, students discuss the benefits and drawbacks of videogames. Next we’ll ask: “The White House recently urged nine top universities to pledge support for Trump’s agenda via a 10-page ‘compact.’ Many have rejected the proposal, but what aspects from it would you support or oppose, and should the president use…
Lifestyle Medicine encompasses six pillars of non-pharmacological interventions, which can support long-term health. These interventions are: Healthy eating Physical activity Mental wellbeing Avoidance of risky substances Restorative sleep Healthy relationships Menopause affects everyone – whether you directly, or indirectly due to effects on family members, friends, colleagues and patients. It is fantastic that menopause is…
Mental health distress among LGBTQ+ youth in the United States has been increasing amid a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, but strong support networks and access to health care were shown to ease symptoms for some, a study found. The findings were published Thursday by The Trevor Project, an LGBTQ+ advocacy organization that provides crisis intervention…
Some schools require students to leave their phones in lockers all day Robin Utrecht/Shutterstock Many people are concerned about the negative consequences of too much screen time, particularly if phone use at school distracts students and affects their learning. But a study suggests banning them from schools makes some students lonelier, at least initially. “If…
World Mental Health Day (Oct 10) is an opportunity to shine a light on mental health and the importance of self-care. It’s a great reminder to check in with ourselves and make conscious decisions to nurture our well-being. As we reflect on the need for mental health awareness, I want to share my personal journey…
MEMPHIS. Tenn. – Keeping youth in the Mid-South healthy is what members of a Black Greek fraternity spent the weekend doing in Hickory Hill. The Healthy Kids Clinic on Saturday also offered opportunities for children to have safe fun outdoors. Mental and behavioral specialists also participated to show the youth how to handle negative energy…
BOSTON (AP) — Joan B. Kennedy, the former wife of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy who endured a long and troubled marriage marked by family tragedies, her husband’s infidelities and her own struggles with alcoholism and mental health, died on Wednesday. She was 89. The former Joan Bennett was a model and classically-trained pianist when married…