A medical expert has revealed five warning signs that you could be “silently suffering” from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), along with crucial steps to take before the condition worsens. PCOS is a common hormonal disorder affecting between five and 15 per cent of women globally, impacting not just reproductive health but also physical, mental, and … Read more
George Kinder Kinder Institute George Kinder wants everyone to be free. At first blush, that concept of personal fulfillment or enlightenment may seem better suited to the realms of religion or spirituality than personal finance. But Kinder, who’s recognized as the father of the “life planning” branch of financial advice, has preached the interconnection of … Read more
Only a fifth of parents and carers of 16-23 year-olds have discussed the topic of suicide with them in the past year, despite it being the leading cause of death among young people. This compared with 37 percent who had discussed sex and relationships, a YouGov survey of more than 4,200 adults found. Some 19 … Read more
The Association of Professional Declutterers and Organisers (APDO) has issued a warning about the rise of cleaning and tidying trends proliferating on social media. In recent months, extreme tidying videos have become popular in some corners of the internet, but the APDO is now warning that some have gone too far. The reason, says the … Read more
Mental resilience could be the key to living for longer, according to a new study published in the BMJ Mental Health Journal. The study, conducted by the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and Sun Yat-sen University in China, assessed data from 10,500 American adults whose average age was 66. The participants were each scored on their … Read more
LOS ANGELES — Taraji P. Henson will receive an honorary AARP Award for eradicating the stigma around mental health within marginalized communities through her foundation that was created in honor of her father. The organization announced Tuesday that Henson will receive the honorary AARP Purpose Prize during the ceremony on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C. … Read more
The Notes app in your smartphone may be filled with random tidbits of information you’ve accumulated over the years: the name of a doctor someone once recommended, a good quote you heard on a podcast, a project idea for work or the link to a new recipe you want to try. But there are simple … Read more
Parents are more likely than non-parents to experience severe and prolonged stress compared with non-parents, a new report by the United States surgeon general said. Experts say the report aligns with mental health indicators in Canada, and there are key changes that can help. The report by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy said that … Read more
Being cynical may seem harmless, or even safer than trusting others, but that’s far from the truth, according to Jamil Zaki, an associate professor of psychology at Stanford University. He is the author of the new book “Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness.” Cynicism is “the belief that humanity in general is … Read more
Girls are bombarded on social media with advice from influencers touting elaborate skin care routines with high-priced serums, mists and creams. But what is the right skin care routine for preteens? Simple is best, dermatologists say. Before puberty hits, most kids only need three things: a gentle cleanser, a moisturizer and sunscreen. “That’s it. Full … Read more
