Chronic stress has been linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases, specifically heart disease and high blood pressure. According to Veerang Vats, managing stress effectively is crucial for overall health.
https://www.livemint.com/web-stories/5-ways-stress-impacts-your-health-and-how-to-combat-it-visual-story-11736064174645.htmlActress revealed that her smartphone usage affects her sleep, citing the constant stream of information as a contributing factor to her difficulty falling asleep at night. According to the National Institutes of Health, up to 30% of Americans experience insomnia, but she stopped short of saying she personally struggles with it.
https://nypost.com/2025/01/04/entertainment/jennifer-aniston-55-gets-candid-on-her-battle-with-surprisingly-common-health-condition/A woman who has struggled with an eating disorder is speaking out to let others know that there is a way out. She wants neurodivergent people, particularly those struggling with disordered eating, to feel seen and heard. The woman's message comes as research suggests that there may be a common trait among people with eating disorders that many are not aware of.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-06/eating-disorder-arfid-picky-eating/104648840Registered dietitian Caroline Susie recommends the "1-2-3 rule" to help individuals moderate their alcohol consumption, suggesting they limit themselves to one or two drinks at social events and drink water in between. To maintain this habit, Metzelaar advises tracking daily drinking patterns through journaling to identify triggers such as social anxiety or work stress. She also suggests abstaining from alcohol for a few days a week, citing studies that show even moderate drinking can be linked to cancer.
https://www.insider.com/123-drinking-rule-how-much-alcohol-too-muchIn Hong Kong, many residents are struggling to cope with their grief after the death of loved ones, particularly in the wake of the success of the movie "The Last Dance". Christina Lau Siu-mui, a resident who lost her mother to cancer about a year ago, has found solace in creative therapies. She uses art to express her emotions, painting a serene scene on the underside of a small wooden box that she keeps as a reminder of happier times with her mother. This coping mechanism is part of an NGO project aimed at helping bereaved Hongkongers process their unspoken grief, which often gets suppressed in the city's fast-paced society.
https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3293492/how-creative-therapies-help-bereaved-hongkongers-process-unspoken-grief?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionDr. Marissa Vasquez, lead team physician for the LA Dodgers, emphasizes the importance of prioritizing injury prevention in sports and athletics by incorporating cross-training and proper nutrition and hydration into one's routine. She also stresses the need to make time for rest and mindfulness, unplugging from constant activity to allow the body to recover.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/lifestyles/health/7-surprising-ways-to-make-2025-healthy/article_e699f862-874f-52cb-a5ba-bb1baaaa030b.htmlJake Lloyd, who rose to fame as a child actor in the 1999 film Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace, has spoken publicly about his struggles with mental health. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia after the film's release and spent 18 months at an inpatient facility in Southern California before moving to a rehabilitation center where he continues to receive treatment.
https://deadline.com/2025/01/star-wars-child-actor-jake-lloyd-schizophrenia-diagnosis-1236246640/Jake Lloyd, the actor who played Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars film "Episode I: The Phantom Menace", has made significant progress in his mental health journey after hitting a low point last year. His mother, Lisa Lloyd, credits this low point for allowing him to take his diagnosis seriously and seek treatment, which has led to noticeable improvements in his condition. Lloyd's family is relieved by his progress and appreciative of the fan support he has received over the past year. Despite being unable to make public appearances, Lloyd remains engaged with the Star Wars franchise, having recently played "Star Wars: The Old Republic" and "Force Unleashed", and is looking forward to playing its sequel.
https://gizmodo.com/jake-lloyd-mental-health-star-wars-2000546077The Gujarat police have registered a case against Jayaben, the wife of Suresh Sathadiya, for allegedly abetting his suicide. According to the police, Suresh was found hanging from the ceiling of their home in Zamrala village on December 30. A video recording on his phone showed him asking his family to "teach his wife a lesson" for causing his death. The FIR was registered based on a complaint by Sathadiya's father, who alleged that Jayaben had mentally harassed her son and frequently quarreled with him.
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