Michelle Obama shared a personal video on Instagram, discussing her grief after losing her mother, Marian Robinson, who passed away at 86 in May last year. The former First Lady reflected on the emotional impact of her loss, stating that she and her brother Craig Robinson have been focusing on managing others' grief while keeping their own emotions unspoken.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14700497/michelle-obama-grief-mothers-day-mom-death.htmlUtah faces a childcare crisis, with Eliza Anderson, executive director of the Utah Association for the Education of Young Children, calling for prioritizing accessible and quality childcare as a collective effort, rather than a contentious issue.
https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2025/05/11/utah-needs-accessible-child-care-reforms-early-childhood-educators/Adam Grant, a University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business organisational psychologist, has highly recommended a book that offers practical advice on managing challenging workplace relationships. He praises the book as "impressively evidence-based" and "surprisingly actionable", suggesting it provides effective strategies for dealing with abusive bosses, difficult colleagues, and toxic customers.
https://channelnewsasia.com/wellness/difficult-people-5095541Caregivers of loved ones with mental health issues are struggling with their own well-being, with 53% reporting a decline in health, 70% experiencing mental health issues, and 33% considering suicide in the last 30 days. Among younger caregivers (24-43), this rate increases to nearly 45%. The emotional toll of caring for a loved one can be overwhelming, as seen in the heart-wrenching experience of primary caregivers who witness their vibrant family members deteriorate into accusations, hallucinations, and blame.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1310103-prioritising-caregiver-mental-health-to-improve-healthcare-outcomesEmma Greed, co-founder of SKIMS and Good American, sparked controversy when she stated on her podcast that a work-life balance for an employee is not the employer's responsibility. She implied that ambitious individuals who prioritize success over work-life balance are those who "something is wrong with you." However, a survey conducted by interviewer Bartlett found that one-third of respondents considered work-life balance a priority at their workplace. Grede suggested that only driven and passionate individuals would need to work longer hours, contradicting the idea that a balanced life is essential for employees.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14697095/kim-kardashian-skims-cofounder-outrage-controversial-comments-shoppers-toxic.htmlThe US Department of Labor's Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) requires fiduciaries to manage employee benefit plans with "the care, skill, prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing that a prudent man acting in a like capacity and familiar with such matters would use in the conduct of an enterprise of a like character and with like aims." This standard is set by 29 U.S.C., specifically Section 1104(a)(1) of ERISA.
https://natlawreview.com/article/do-you-really-want-be-erisa-fiduciaryGirls as young as nine have been left with severe eczema and acne after using skincare products marketed at their age group containing harsh chemicals suitable for adults. Dermatologists are concerned about the trend of parents gifting expensive creams to pre-pubescent girls, who demand a skincare regime of up to 12 products to achieve unattainable social media standards. Consultant dermatologist Dr Timothy Howel Clayton warns that this could lead to mental health issues like anxiety and body dysmorphia as they strive for an unrealistic perfection.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14697611/Girls-skincare-eczema-acne-harsh-chemicals-dermatologist.htmlMahey emphasizes the need for secure, consistent relationships with adults who model respect, trust, and accountability in order to prevent distorted views on relationships and boundaries among youth. This is particularly important given the rise in youth sexual offences, where experts from MHA and counselling services stress the importance of early education, guidance, and intervention to help young people navigate healthy relationships and avoid harmful behaviours.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/singapore/2025/05/10/over-460-singapore-youth-arrested-for-sexual-offences-in-2024-ministry-highlights-link-to-pornography-exposure/176255The US Government spent approximately $52 million between 2015 and 2024 on various treatments for service members, including psychotherapy, gender-affirming hormone therapy, and surgery, according to The Associated Press.
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