A 45-year-old lawyer named Sameer Mehendiratta allegedly took his own life by suicide due to stress related to an ongoing divorce case. Mehendiratta had been living separately from his wife and was being treated at a hospital in Delhi, where he died on Tuesday evening.
https://indiatoday.in/india/story/delhi-lawyer-allegedly-under-stress-from-divorce-case-dies-by-suicide-with-pistol-in-mukherjee-nagar-2661268-2025-01-08A recent study found that dogs are affected by the stress levels of both their owners and strangers. Research on canine behavior showed that the smell of sweat from a stressed human can impact a dog's learning and cognition during cognitive bias tests, indicating that dogs may be influenced by the emotional state of those around them. This suggests that veterinarians who adopt a holistic approach to care, considering the animal, owner, and environment, are more likely to achieve positive outcomes for their patients.
https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/your-stress-levels-affect-your-dog-study-7425602Longman's family life was marred by his father's struggles with mental health, including institutionalization and treatment with electroconvulsive therapy and antipsychotics. His parents' separation when Longman was three years old led to a pattern of in-and-out hospitalizations for his father, who received care from professionals.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14263021/abc-star-family-tragedy-memoir-james-longman.htmlThe film "Hard Truths" is a 97-minute movie that explores themes relevant to viewers who are having a difficult day, particularly those experiencing anxiety or stress. The film, released by Bleecker Street in theaters on Friday, has been rated R for its explicit language.
https://apnews.com/article/movie-review-hard-truths-a7a6cec87ee5ae8e2fabe98dd50cf3f6Antisemitic incidents have surged in US high schools and colleges, with Jewish students facing hate speech, bullying, and intimidation. According to a report by Fox News Digital, there has been an increase in anti-Israel protests on college campuses, with some students feeling ostracized for their connection to Israel. The surge in antisemitism has led many Jewish students to reevaluate their college choices, with some opting out of applying to Ivy League schools due to concerns about safety and acceptance. In New Jersey, a high school allegedly banned yellow ribbons honoring Israeli hostages, sparking outrage from the community. In Virginia, parents are concerned about the safety of their children on college campuses, with one mother saying that her sons have faced "absolutely zero" hate within their high school but are worried about becoming adults in a world hostile to Jews. The surge in antisemitism has also led to concerns about the impact on Jewish students' mental health and well-being. Some students have reported feeling isolated and alone, while others have found support in forming clubs and organizations that promote Jewish identity and community. In response to the surge in antisemitism, some colleges and universities are taking steps to address the issue. For example, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has implemented statewide law enforcement training to better assess and respond to threats against Jewish communities. Despite these efforts, many students remain concerned about their safety and acceptance on college campuses. As one student said, "It's crazy to think about that when you are applying to college, you can't only look at how the campus is, how the classes are, what majors you like... You also have to think" about antisemitism.
https://www.foxnews.com/us/jewish-high-schoolers-fight-hate-community-support-face-narrowing-prospects-collegiate-futureThe 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has received 10 million calls since its rebranding in 2022, despite a recent survey finding that only a quarter of Americans are aware of the service's availability. To address this issue, the city of Redmond is launching police-car decals to raise local awareness about the nationwide service, which can be accessed by calling or texting 988.
https://www.425business.com/news/redmond-police-988-lifeline/article_58883762-18f1-5a4a-b700-299ea0f7c310.htmlAnn Altman, the sister of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has filed a federal lawsuit accusing her brother of sexual abuse at their childhood home in Clayton, Missouri. The suit claims that Sam Altman groomed and repeatedly sexually assaulted Ann over nine years in the 1990s and 2000s, causing physical injury and PTSD. Ann's attorney, Ryan Mahoney, is representing her in the case, while Sam Altman has denied the allegations through a statement on X, citing his sister's history of mental illness and financial dependence on the family.
https://stltoday.com/news/local/crime-courts/openai-chief-sam-altman-accused-by-sister-of-sex-abuse-in-lawsuit-filed-in-st/article_e72ead64-cd41-11ef-aaa0-cf26d5f78399.htmlA new study published in the journal Public Health has found that individuals who care for both children and aging parents, known as "sandwich carers," are at a higher risk of declining mental and physical health over time. The study, led by Dr. Baowen Xue from University College London, analyzed data from 2,000 sandwich carers and compared it to 2,000 caregivers who only cared for children under the age of 16. The results showed that sandwich carers experienced increased psychological distress and a faster decline in physical health if they spent more than 20 hours per week providing care. Researchers recommend targeted mental health interventions, regular health monitoring, and broader support and respite care to help mitigate these risks.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/lifestyles/health/caregivers-face-mental-physical-health-risks/article_8b2dfc8d-7d2a-544f-ad6f-b1c9c9ee69b9.htmlA growing number of adults are shouldering multiple caregiving responsibilities, caring for both their children and aging parents or other older family members, often referred to as "sandwich carers". According to a study published in the journal Public Health, this demographic is at risk of experiencing declining mental and physical health over time. The study suggests that these individuals are caught between two generations, with the added stress of managing multiple caregiving roles taking a toll on their well-being.
https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2025/01/07/England-aging-parents-stress/2581736259022/