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As the holiday season approaches, the familiar tune of “Have yourself a merry little Christmas” might feel more like an impossible ideal than a joyful anthem. For many, the holidays bring more stress than celebration, with a variety of emotional and logistical challenges to navigate. “Holiday stress” is a term…

A recent report from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) highlights both the challenges and innovations within mental health care in northern Canada, particularly in Nunavut. With the highest suicide and self-harm rates in the country, the territory is seeing a shift in services aimed at addressing these critical issues.…

As the Women’s Recovery Network (Wren) marks its first anniversary, the team behind the initiative remains dedicated to expanding access to this groundbreaking mental health service, which was launched in response to critical findings from the Royal Commission into Victoria’s mental health system. Established in 2023, Wren was developed following…

Ukraine is set to launch at least 200 mental health centers across the country, as part of an ambitious initiative by the Ministry of Health. The move is aimed at enhancing access to specialized mental health care for the population. Minister of Health Viktor Liashko highlighted that the new centers…

The Purdue Extension Farm Stress Team is continuing its mission to address the mental health challenges faced by rural communities, particularly focusing on the youth involved in agriculture. This initiative is aimed at breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health struggles for both farmers and their families. Abby Heidenreich, a…

Mental health treatment is an essential component of healthcare, with nearly half of Australians experiencing mental health challenges at some point in their lives. This growing demand for mental health services is placing immense pressure on both the public and private sectors to provide adequate support. As a result, careers…

GoodLives, an AI-powered platform focused on mental health and wellness, has secured Rs 1.1 crore in pre-seed funding from a range of prominent investors, including IIM Lucknow, Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), and several individual backers such as Anupreet Singh, Deepak Motwani, Abhishek Hota, and Build3. The company plans to leverage…

The United States is grappling with a youth mental health crisis, with one in six young people experiencing a mental health disorder annually, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. This crisis is becoming increasingly pervasive, affecting millions of Americans. In response, a group of skaters in New York…

Social media’s role in mental health is under scrutiny, with research consistently linking excessive use to anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation. Despite these concerns, a recent study suggests that young adults can improve their mental well-being by using social media more intentionally, rather than quitting it altogether. Social media…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often disrupts an individual’s ability to focus, regulate emotions, and control impulses, leading to an increased vulnerability to intrusive thoughts. These persistent, unwanted ideas can significantly contribute to stress and anxiety, particularly in those with ADHD, who may already face challenges in managing attention and…