PieX, a wearable device, has been showcased at the CES event in Las Vegas. The device is designed to track emotions and provide personalized coaching through artificial intelligence (AI). It features a radar sensor, stress sensors, and large language models (LLM) to offer real-time emotional information and interactions. The device's AI-powered coaching provides customized advice based on the user's emotional state. PieX aims to revolutionize emotional well-being by helping individuals better understand and manage their emotions. The company is led by Ernest Xie, CTO, who believes that PieX is not just a pendant but a tool for emotional wellness.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/piex---le-premier-pendentif-au-monde-de-suivi-emotionnel-par-lia-est-lance-au-ces-2025-302346326.htmlGolfers Gary Woodland and Grayson Murray have spoken publicly about their struggles with mental health and addiction. Woodland has credited the PGA Tour for providing a support system that helped him cope with his own issues, and has since launched the Grayson Murray Foundation to help others in similar situations. He notes that many people lack such support systems, but finds inspiration in seeing fans who are inspired by his perseverance on the golf course despite struggling with their own challenges.
https://apnews.com/article/gary-woodland-grayson-murray-pga-tour-sony-4b1466d4af1eaf589ea989d43d9429d1GATC Health has developed a groundbreaking AI-based approach to mitigate and treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through its Multiomics Advanced Technology (MAT) platform. The company's innovative method analyzes multiomic data, providing a holistic view of biological systems, to identify biomarkers for predicting PTSD risk and accelerate the generation of potential drug candidates. This approach has led to significant advancements in developing novel treatments for PTSD, with the potential to rapidly deliver transformative treatment options for veterans and civilians suffering from the condition. GATC Health's MAT platform is being used to develop safer and more effective treatments for PTSD, which affects millions globally, particularly among military veterans. The company has received a $5 million investment from the state of West Virginia to expand its AI-driven R&D hub in the state and accelerate its research on PTSD and opioid use disorder.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/transforming-ptsd-treatment-gatc-healths-ai-powered-multiomics-platform-unlocking-breakthroughs-in-drug-discovery-302347579.htmlThe Indonesian Health Ministry, along with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology and law enforcement officers, are establishing a task force to address bullying in the Specialist Doctor Education Program (PPDS) following the case of Dr. Aulia Risma Lestari in Semarang. The task force aims to improve the efficiency of identifying bullying cases and create a stronger deterrent effect. Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin stated that the initiative will be implemented systematically across all teaching hospitals and medical faculties throughout Indonesia, emphasizing the need for empathy among specialist doctors. He encouraged PPDS students to report instances of bullying directly to the Health Ministry and advised seniors to break the chain of bullying, which can have a detrimental effect on their juniors' mental well-being while they care for patients.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/340742/minister-proposes-task-force-to-combat-bullying-in-doctors-educationKate Middleton, a mom of three, appeared on a show discussing her struggles with anxiety and fear. She revealed that she "freezes" in certain situations, making it difficult for her to function or speak up for herself. This admission was made during an exercise where participants were asked to confront their fears, highlighting Kate's desire to learn coping mechanisms to manage her emotions.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1270305-denise-richards-gets-emotional-about-overcoming-trauma-on-reality-tvThe number of suicides among students in Kota has decreased by 38% from 24 cases in 2023 to 17 cases last year. However, this decline poses a challenge for counsellors and the district administration as they struggle to address the issue. To support those in need, helplines such as the Vandrevala Foundation (9999666555 or help@vandrevalafoundation.com) and TISS iCall (022-25521111) are available to provide assistance.
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/kota-suicide-jee-exams-beyond-me-2nd-suicide-in-24-hours-in-coaching-hub-kota-7434804#pfrom=home-ndtv_topscrollDr Judith Locke, a clinical psychologist, has warned that overprotective parenting in Australia is contributing to an epidemic of anxiety among young people. She claims that parents who excessively worry about their children's well-being are inadvertently transforming normal stress levels into clinical anxiety. Dr Locke made her comments on the TV show The Project, highlighting the growing mental health crisis affecting Australian youth.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14266019/Anxiety-Australia-children-parent-advice-psychologist.htmlResearchers from New York University analyzed over 100 studies on public policies related to suicide prevention and found that three categories of policies can reduce suicide rates: limiting access to means of suicide, increasing access to mental health services, and addressing underlying risk factors such as poor wages and unemployment. The strongest evidence suggests that improving economic security, limiting access to alcohol, and restricting access to lethal means of suicide are effective in preventing suicides. Laws requiring a waiting period for gun purchases were found to be moderately effective at preventing suicides, particularly among young people.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/lifestyles/health/the-public-policies-that-really-help-prevent-suicide/article_d499c487-17f7-5276-9a45-d4378e082d89.htmlSam, a survivor of child sex abuse, is calling for a national inquiry into the handling of her case and others like it. She was groomed online at age 12 by Paul Waites, a former teacher who later committed further crimes against her. After reporting the abuse to police, she fell prey to a paedophile ring in Oldham, where she was repeatedly raped. Sam blames authorities for their mishandling of her case, which led to her family's breakdown and her own trauma.
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