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Social media dramatically impacts our offline lives and mental well-being; examine its benefits, risks and controversies through scientific studies, real-life anecdotes and more.
Shock Study: Children of Divorced Parents Are at Higher Risk of Having a Stroke
Introduction Divorce can be an emotionally taxing experience for families, but its effects extend far beyond temporary emotional turmoil. A groundbreaking study has revealed that children of divorced parents face a higher risk of developing severe health problems later in life, including an increased likelihood of having a stroke. This discovery underscores the profound impact that early childhood experiences can have on lifelong health. But what exactly ties parental divorce to such a critical health outcome? Let’s dive deeper into this study to understand its findings and implications.
By kavinda ranabahu12 months ago in Psyche
Mental Health: A Journey with Depression and Anxiety
Mental health is something that can often be overlooked, and for a long time, it was something you probably didn’t fully understand or even recognize in yourself. You may have felt sad or overwhelmed for long stretches of time and pushed those feelings aside because it seemed like everyone else was “getting by” just fine. But one day, something changed. You realized that what you were going through wasn’t just a rough patch—it was something deeper, something that needed to be addressed.
By Samrah Sayyedabout a year ago in Psyche
Understanding The Relationship Between Psychoneuroimmunology and Childhood Trauma : Why It Matters
Childhood psychosocial stressors can impact the development of the immune system, which can then affect the development of the brain and its long-term functioning due to the two-way relationship between the immune system and the brain. Psychoneuroimmunology of early-life stress can provide a novel framework for comprehending and treating psychopathology associated with childhood trauma, based on observational human studies and experimental animal models. Remarkably, several incidents involved once-healthy people who became mentally ill despite not having any physical injuries—the so-called "railway spine."
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Psyche
The (In)Compatability of Social Justice & Social Anxiety
I read a lot. I read on social media, the perspectives of people outside of my limited demographic and experience. I read Native Son and Citizen. I watched documentaries about drag queens and the Rodney King riots. I so desperately wanted to do something—even when basic daily functions were difficult.
By Alisan Keeseeabout a year ago in Psyche
