Story Highlights High social media use predicts higher rate of poor mental health Strong parental relationship predicts lower mental health risks among adolescents The effect of a strong relationship persists even among heavy social media users WASHINGTON, DC — Teenagers who spend more time on social media have poorer mental health across a variety of measures, according to data from a new Gallup survey. Yet the strength of a teen’s relationship with their parent is much more closely linked to their mental health than their social media habits. When adolescents report having a strong, loving relationship with their parents…
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ALDI EXPANDS ITS HEALTHY EATING PROGRAM TO REACH AN ADDITIONAL MILLION CHILDREN BY 2024 Aldi, in partnership with Team GB and ParalympicsGB, is scaling up its Get Set to Eat Fresh program with the aim of educating a million more children about healthy, affordable eating by the end of 2024. Prepare to Eat Fresh is a national educational program designed to help youth ages 5 to 14 develop the skills needed to cook nutritious, inexpensive meals. The new goal will significantly increase the reach of the program – which has so far involved more than two million children since its…
We live in a time where health-related pseudoscience and misinformation are rampant and causing real damage. THE pandemic clearly stated this fact. Pseudoscience and disinformation have notably been able to spread under the guise of “alternative medicine”. That is to say by definition, alternative medicine encompasses health practices that exist outside of conventional health care. In reality, these approaches to health are either unproven or disproven, and they are often pseudo-scientific in terms of their theoretical justifications and the set of arguments on which they are based. article continues after ad While regulated health professionals, including psychologists, are required to…
Leaders regularly come under pressure. Whether in business, nonprofits, or government, leaders must juggle additional demands on their time, attention, and focus. Effective leaders learn to manage stress when making decisions and motivating others, but even the most effective leaders may feel emotionally and physically exhausted during the pandemic. When leaders practice healthy stress management and take care of themselves, they signal that it’s okay for others to do the same. And in doing so, an organization or community becomes healthier and better equipped to respond to difficult situations and manage future crises. Stress negatively impacts a leader’s personal well-being…
Read THE Press releaseWatch the launch event on World Bank Live (February 6, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. ET) Read THE immersive storySee THE infographicsWatch THE Video Expert AnswersListen At podcastRead THE Blog Globally, food consumption patterns have shifted towards more energy-dense foods, alongside a significant reduction in physical activity. Overweight and obese people are at significantly higher risk of noncommunicable diseases.Obesity has a major impact on national economies by reducing productivity and life expectancy and increasing disability and health care costs.In 2016, more than 2 billion people worldwide were overweight or obese, and more than 70% of them lived…
Strong points Shelley Duvall’s 2016 interview with Dr. Phil received heavy criticism for its depiction of her struggling mental health. Despite the backlash, Dr. Phil kept the interview going, stating that he worked with Duvall and his family off-camera. After the interview, Duvall gave up acting and moved to Texas. In the 1980s, Shelley Duvall quickly became famous after play Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick’s adaptation of Stephen King’s bestselling novel The Shining. While Duvall has played many memorable characters, she made perhaps the biggest impression of her entire career in this classic film as Jack Nicholson’s wife. Unfortunately, Duvall…
Each week, we identify a top search term, speculate on the causes of its popularity, and provide an infographic on a related condition. If you have any thoughts on what’s trending and why, share them with us on Twitter Or Facebook. The potential benefits of vitamins are still a hot topic. New findings suggesting that vitamin B12 is associated with possible protection against Parkinson’s disease, ALS progression, and the severity of fatty liver disease have recently attracted increased interest. At International Congress on Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders (MDS) 2022the researchers presented their results of a study this included more…
“HealthKick” – a six-week virtual education program that addresses physical activity, nutrition education, creating healthy habits and reducing stress (with the goal of these habits becoming long-term behaviors) – is another program offered through the Center for Healthy Living (CHL). The program is available to all benefit-eligible employees at the West Lafayette, Fort Wayne and Northwest campuses. The next session will begin on May 10. The program is based on daily videos (approximately five minutes long), delivered via text or email (depending on preference), Monday through Friday during the six-week program period. Additionally, the program includes four integrated individual health…
Healthcare workers are the backbone of our society and work tirelessly to ensure our health and well-being. However, the mental health of these dedicated individuals often takes a back seat, especially in times of crisis. This article explores the pressing issue of health worker mental health, drawing on a special issue now available online and several other reputable resources. The focus is on understanding the challenges faced by these professionals and finding sustainable solutions for their mental well-being. Understanding the mental health challenges of health workers The special issue on mental health of health workers provides invaluable information on the…
By Amy Entwisle on 05/12/2021 In one way or another, Mona Kaleem has been treating glaucoma patients her entire life. Growing up, Kaleem witnessed how glaucoma affected several generations of his paternal family. Seeing the effects the disease had on her family members, she decided to pursue a career as an ophthalmologist with a subspecialty in glaucoma.Kaleem, who recently joined Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine as an associate professor of ophthalmology, is originally from Maryland, but his family is originally from India. She cites the profound impact of her oriental heritage on her approach to…