For young Americans today, who hold immense electoral potential, the volatile political world they came of age in may be affecting their mental health. Some politicians have started to talk about it.
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Under growing pressure, Meta vows to make it harder for teens to see harmful content
The social media company says it’s introducing new policies to restrict teens from seeing posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders on Facebook and Instagram.
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Under growing pressure, Meta vows to make it harder for teens to see harmful content
The social media company says it’s introducing new policies to restrict teens from seeing posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders on Facebook and Instagram.
Posted inNPR
Under growing pressure, Meta vows to make it harder for teens to see harmful content
The social media company says it’s introducing new policies to restrict teens from seeing posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders on Facebook and Instagram.
Posted inNPR
To help young people with #mentalhealth, researchers team up with TikTok influencers
Harvard professors wanted to flood social media with evidence-based information about conditions like anxiety and depression. So they turned to the people who already know how to go viral.
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Addressing the long history of racism in psychology
A group of psychologists are kicking off Black History Month with a workshop exploring and addressing the long history of racism in the field.
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Olympian Simone Biles Has Her Priorities Straight
The champion gymnast showed a lot of guts in withdrawing from her events in Tokyo.
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“Everyone’s Anxiety Level Is Up”: Psychiatrists Seeing The Impact Of COVID-19
At a time when so much is uncertain, one of the best things people can do for their own well-being is focus on what they can control. That’s the advice of Dr. Anthony Gallo, a psychiatrist in private practice in North Kingstown and on staff at Westerly Hospital. He spoke with The Public’s Radio South County Reporter Alex Nunes about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on mental health and also what people can do if they’re feeling fearful and overwhelmed.
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6 Months After Casino Opens, Gambling Addiction Services Roll Out… Slowly
Half a year since the opening of the MGM casino in Springfield, Massachusetts, some mental health counselors are seeing an uptick in gambling among clients — though not necessarily an increase in people seeking addiction treatment.
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RIC To Launch 24/7 Mental Health Phone Line
This spring, Rhode Island College is set to launch a mental health phone line that will provide 24/7 support to students. RIC President Frank Sánchez said the service will help students in crisis, who don’t have time to schedule an appointment two weeks out. Reporter Sofia Rudin has more.