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Study reveals how ancient viral DNA in human genome impacts mental health
Ancient viruses have left behind genetic sequences that make up to 8% of human DNA. These sequences are hundreds of thousands to millions of years old, some even predate the origin of Homo sapiens. They are known as human endogenous retroviruses, or Hervs. According to recent studies, there may be a connection between some ancient viral…
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How a funeral, a pub night and a flight led an entrepreneur to launch a mental health text service
Emma Payne, CEO of Help Texts. (Help Texts Photo) As entrepreneurs scramble to plug chatbots and generative AI into seemingly everything, Help Texts founder and CEO Emma Payne is sticking with something simpler. Seattle-based Help Texts is a subscription service providing customized, supportive text messages for people experiencing grief from a loss, providing caregiving for…
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Why mental health support groups are crucial for ex-convicts
Reintegrating into society after incarceration is a challenging journey for ex-convicts. The transition from prison life to civilian life is fraught with numerous obstacles, from finding employment to re-establishing relationships with family and friends. One of the most significant challenges, however, is addressing the mental health issues that often accompany ex-convicts as they re-enter society.…
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Compulsive pornography use weakly linked to higher self-perceived risk of suicide
An analysis of data from two surveys in the United States found a subtle association between problematic pornography use and self-perceived likelihood of suicidal behaviors, even when controlling for other factors. One study found an association between problematic pornography use and likelihood of suicidal behaviors, while the other found higher levels of both suicidal thoughts…
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Riviera Beach Boxing Event Packs a Punch Against Mental Health Issues in Memory of Sincere Melvin
In Riviera Beach, the sport of boxing took on a heartfelt mission this past weekend as local fighters laced up their gloves not just for the love of the game, but to raise a fist in the fight against mental health issues and suicide. Tate Recreation Facility played host to the third annual Sincere 2000…
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Navigating mental health in the workplace: Monday Motivation
More Videos Self-Care Coach Reketta Brown explains ways to prioritize mental health. Author: wfmynews2.com Published: 9:11 AM EDT May 27, 2024 Updated: 9:11 AM EDT May 27, 2024
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Op-Ed: Closing coverage gap would improve mental health outcomes
By Jimmy Walsh, Board Member and Former President of NAMI Alabama May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the single most impactful thing we can do to improve mental health for Alabamians is close the health care coverage gap. Jimmy Walsh As a former president of the Alabama chapter of the National Alliance for Mental…
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A Georgia-based dating app designed by therapists prioritizes mental health
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This is how stress affects every organ in our bodies
Have you ever felt stressed and then noticed butterflies in your stomach? Or felt anxious and noticed your heart pounding harder in your chest? Well, you are not alone, as every single one of the more than 8 billion people on the planet likely has too. What we think and how we feel are the…
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Local nonprofit advocates for veteran’s mental health this Memorial Day
Courtesy of The Hunter Whitley Initiative This print of a butterfly, the organization’s logo, is based on a drawing the late Hunter Whitley drew prior to his death. This Memorial Day, Americans remember those who have lost their lives in service to the country. The Hunter Whitley Butterfly Initiative is a nonprofit organization that aims…