Mental Health
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Afghanistan has a growing female suicide problemSpeed Read The Taliban has steadily whittled away women's and girls' rights in Afghanistan over the past 2 years, prompting a surge in depression and suicide
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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2023: the year of the loneliness epidemicthe explainer Loneliness isn't a new problem. But fighting it became a global health priority in 2023.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Psychiatrists turn to Ozempic to combat weight gain caused by psychotropic medsUnder the Radar The injectable weight loss drug could be a boon for those who take some antipsychotics or antidepressants.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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5 tips for dealing with grief during the holiday seasonThe Explainer Finding your holiday cheer might be more complicated when you're grieving. But it's not impossible.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Anger may be a powerful motivator for tough goals, new study suggestsSpeed Read Keeping your cool might actually be less efficient than letting your anger drive you
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Eight good news stories about AIThe Explainer From mind-reading health benefits to speaking to animals and deceased loved ones
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Should cognitive testing be a presidential prerequisite?Today's Big Question A growing chorus of pundits and candidates are pushing mental fitness challenges as a campaign necessity
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Heat harms the brain more than we thinkWarmer temperatures could be affecting us mentally
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Jobs for the boys: does the UK need a minister for men?Conservative MP calls for dedicated cabinet role to combat 'crisis' in men's mental health and education
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Jonah Hill and the rise of therapy speakTalking Point Film star’s texts to former girlfriend highlight new desire to apply language of psychotherapy to everyday life
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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The ‘dramatic’ rise of ADHDfeature Diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have risen sharply in the UK
By The Week Staff Published
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Why is the hay fever season so bad in 2023?In Depth The UK was hit with a ‘pollen bomb’ and hay fever season may continue to get worse thanks to climate change
By The Week Staff Last updated
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The debate over police and mental health crisis careTalking Point Commissioner says current approach to crises is “untenable”
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Good health news: seven surprising medical discoveries made in 2023In Depth A fingerprint test for cancer, a menopause patch and the shocking impacts of body odour are just a few of the developments made this year
By The Week Staff Published
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