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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

How a Los Angeles camp made space to let kids be kids after the wildfires

Not long after the Eaton fire displaced her family from their Los Angeles home, 10-year-old Emory Stumme broke down.
US news
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Humor
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Can You Imagine a World Without Laughter?

Laughter is essential for mental health, social bonding, and coping with adversity, making it a fundamental part of human experience.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

The Second Trump Administration's New Forms of Distraction

People are increasingly using reality TV and hobbies as distractions from overwhelming news about politics.
In response to stressful news cycles, individuals seek low-stakes entertainment to alleviate mental burden.
Mental health
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I'm 34 with $5 million saved, but I'm still battling addiction - did downsizing my life really help?

Spending as a coping mechanism can lead to mental health issues.
It's vital to prioritize mental health over career and financial success.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Perfectionism Won't Cure Your Fear of Uncertainty

Perfectionism acts as a shield against existential fears but can lead to increased distress.
Embracing the ordinary rather than seeking perfection can mitigate existential anxiety.
Humor
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Can You Imagine a World Without Laughter?

Laughter is essential for mental health, social bonding, and coping with adversity, making it a fundamental part of human experience.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

The Second Trump Administration's New Forms of Distraction

People are increasingly using reality TV and hobbies as distractions from overwhelming news about politics.
In response to stressful news cycles, individuals seek low-stakes entertainment to alleviate mental burden.
Mental health
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I'm 34 with $5 million saved, but I'm still battling addiction - did downsizing my life really help?

Spending as a coping mechanism can lead to mental health issues.
It's vital to prioritize mental health over career and financial success.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Perfectionism Won't Cure Your Fear of Uncertainty

Perfectionism acts as a shield against existential fears but can lead to increased distress.
Embracing the ordinary rather than seeking perfection can mitigate existential anxiety.
more#mental-health
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

What Are Grief Surprises?

Grief is personal, unique, and varies in expression and timeline for each individual.
Landmark dates can amplify feelings of grief, making planning helpful.
Unexpected reminders of loss, termed 'grief surprises', can be particularly challenging.
Naming grief experiences can provide stability and a coping path for children and adults.
#literature
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A Beauty and a Beast Can Help Grieving Young Readers

Reading helps teenagers cope with loss and difficult situations through bibliotherapy, allowing them to relate to fictional characters facing similar challenges.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A Beauty and a Beast Can Help Grieving Young Readers

Reading helps teenagers cope with loss and difficult situations through bibliotherapy, allowing them to relate to fictional characters facing similar challenges.
more#literature
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Fight, flight, or freeze: What kind of recession prepper are you?

Economic anxiety leads to varied coping mechanisms reflecting natural fear responses.
Consumer sentiment is low due to economic uncertainties and rising living costs.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Help! I Think My Friend Would Highly Benefit from Plastic Surgery-And It's My Duty to Tell Her.

I've taken a not totally intentional step back from social media and have absorbed the news without the opinions of thousands of other people.
Mental health
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago

In the age of Donald Trump, I've found a new appreciation for the patience of the picture restorer

In times past, one of my favourite ways to switch off was to go through online auction catalogues in pursuit of mis-catalogued paintings... Now that I'm no longer in the art trade, the chase is not quite so exciting.
Europe news
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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Do We Keep Doing Things That Don't Serve Us?

Pain is universal, but suffering is a choice influenced by our reactions.
Mindfulness can help break the cycle of unhelpful coping habits.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Overwhelmed? Your ADHD Guide to Thriving This Holiday Season

The festive season can often feel alien to those of us who are neurodivergent. From the sensory overload to the pressure of social interactions, holidays can be exhausting.
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