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Surgeon general’s call for warning labels on social media underscores concerns for teen mental health

Amid growing concerns over the effects of social media on teen mental health, on June 17, 2024, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called for warning labels to be added to social media platforms, similar to surgeon general warnings on cigarettes and alcohol.

The Conversation

James Morrison’s ex-partner cause of death disclosed by coroner

Gill Catchpole, with whom the musician shares two young daughters, was found at her home in Gloucester earlier this year

The Independent UK

Social media warning labels and school cell phone bans: Do they unlock better youth mental health?

This week, the U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called for health warnings on social media for younger users. This recent call follows an earlier Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, also published by the Surgeon General.

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Texas to begin construction this year on seven new psychiatric hospital projects

The construction begins after lawmakers have allocated $2.5 billion to modernize and increase access to inpatient psychiatric care in Texas.

The Texas Tribune

New York Gov. Signs Bill Limiting Social Media Algorithms For Minors

New York Governor Hochul signs bill empowering parents to control children's social media exposure, amid debates on regulation and mental health impacts.

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How Yoga enhances cancer treatment and recovery

Each year, more than 18 million people worldwide receive a cancer diagnosis. With a variety of cancer types impacting individuals globally, it is widely recognized that numerous issues can increase the risk of developing the disease. Modern lifestyle disorders, mental health problems, smoking, drinking, and other factors are significantly contributing…

The Times of India

It’s starting to look like using smartphones in schools will be the new smoking in the bathroom

Smartphone bans in schools, while hard to enforce, are meant to improve children’s mental health and focus in the classroom.

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General election manifestos: Where do the main parties stand on key areas from NHS to immigration

The Independent’s guide to all the major party manifestos ahead of the general election

The Independent UK

Calls for warning sign to be added to fantasy football sites

Players were questioned about the effect of the game

The Independent UK

Next to Normal star Caissie Levy: ‘The crying, the running, the screaming – it’s a lot... but I’ve never been more satisfied'

The Broadway star on the return of the hit musical to the West End, mental health struggles, and how she’ll be singing Let it Go for the rest of her life

Evening Standard

People Are Sharing Things That Improved Their Mental Health, Here Are The 50 Most Interesting

Someone asked netizens “What massively improved your mental health?” and people shared their best suggestions. The post People Are Sharing Things That Improved Their Mental Health, Here Are The 50 Most Interesting first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Rob Burrow ‘superhuman courage is in all of us’, says mental health coach

Oliver Thompson, from Watford, is determined to tackle high rates of male suicide

Evening Standard

Take this test to know how stressed you are

Stress is lurking everywhere and still many of us do not even have a clue about it. How many of you would voluntarily agree to being under immense stress? Surprisingly not many! However, it is important to identify the signs of stress because not doing so might allow this harmful…

The Times of India

US Surgeon General calls for a warning label on social media sites, citing mental health harms

The addictive qualities of social media, as well as their associated mental health effects, are prompting U.S. health leaders to take action.

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What is sadfishing? How to talk to your teen about this online trend, and the impact on mental health

Have you been wondering what is sadfishing? An expert shares why parents should have a conversation with their teens about this potentially dangerous practice.

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California Governor Proposes Restrictions On Student Smartphone Use

California Governor Newsom's proposal to limit student smartphone use in schools due to mental health concerns sparks national conversation on social media...

Fortune

Some child psychologists say the U.S. surgeon general’s call for social media warning labels is ‘moral panic’

Other mental health experts, in contrast, say warning labels are a great first step that could save lives.

France 24

In Belgian town of Geel, psychiatric patients hosted by foster families

The town of Geel, in Belgium's Flanders region, is home to a surprising centuries-old tradition, where patients with mental health issues live with host families. It's said to date back to the 14th century, when the city attracted pilgrims praying to Dymphna, the local patron saint of mental illness –…

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Los Angeles school district bans cellphone and social media usage by students

The measure is in effect during the school day and is set to reach over 420,000 students

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Woman died amid 'terrible failure' of aged care system

A family member's mental health issues combined with mistakes by the health and aged care system led to an elderly woman's "horrible" death, a judge says.

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Domenica Calarco Drops IG Statement Announcing Her Return To Social Media After Podcast Backlash

The MAFS star said she’s “nearing the end” of her stay at a mental health retreat and is "carefully planning my return to social media."

The Conversation

Infant’s tragic death after neglect sparks urgent calls for system changes

As a community in Kingston, Ont., grapples with the shocking death of a seven-month-old infant who was allegedly abandoned for several days, questions arise as to how such a tragedy could unfold. A surviving three-year-old sibling was also rescued from the home and brought to hospital in need of medical…

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Do you have a mental illness? Why some people answer ‘yes’, even if they haven’t been diagnosed

Mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety disorders have become more prevalent, especially among young people. Demand for treatment is surging and prescriptions of some psychiatric medications have climbed.

The Guardian - AU

What’s it like to use an online counselling app like BetterHelp and could it lead to codependency?

Subscription model provides value only if people see therapist every week and experts concerned about lack of ‘exit points’ when clients feel better

Salon

Fighting cancer risks in LGBTQ health

The American Cancer Society experts call out cancer-causing inequality in landmark study

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