The RCMP's Missing Persons Centre is developing a public assistance alert system to help locate adults or children who go missing due to cognitive impairment or health concerns. The initiative aims to provide a more inclusive approach, as emphasized by Durham, who expressed her desire for "everybody included" in the safety measure.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11187039/bc-rcmp-public-assistance-alert-system-adults/A GoFundMe set up by a family friend has raised over $96,000 to support the Lavina family after their four children were killed in a car crash. The Toronto Catholic District School Board has confirmed that all four children are students with the board and will offer mental health and faith-based supports to students and staff. Garcia, who knew the family since they were teenagers, is angry with the suspect for what he calls a "reckless and totally preventable" crash, saying it's impossible to replace the lives lost.
https://thestar.com/news/gta/those-kids-were-her-world-children-killed-in-highway-401-crash-involving-allegedly-impaired-driver/article_a149856b-96de-4346-85e0-7b64ee93ad6a.htmlA lack of effective treatment for bipolar disorder in the UK is costing individuals billions of pounds annually, with many people like Rachel, who grew up in Barking, east London, struggling to cope with their condition. Rachel's experiences began at age seven with dark thoughts and by 15, she was withdrawn and crying all the time. She later developed an eating disorder and depression, experiencing numerous depressive episodes despite seeing a psychiatrist only twice. Her struggles continued into her 20s, with mood swings that left her feeling lost.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14728705/My-online-shopping-sprees-signs-illness-Millions-suffer-like-Rachel-took-doctors-20-years-diagnose-impact-devastating-answer.htmlLisa Curry, a triple Olympian, is leading an appeal for volunteers to participate in a major study on eating disorders, five years after her daughter Jaimi's death.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/lisa-currys-plea-five-years-after-daughters-death-20250520-p5m0v5.htmlThe Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital in Rawalpindi has warned about the risks of excessive screen time on children's health, citing Dr. Tayyab Afghani as a concern. He notes that prolonged screen use is linked to eye problems, depression, anxiety, sleep issues, obesity, and impaired social development. Dr. Afghani advises parents to limit screen time according to age, promote outdoor play, avoid screens during meals and bedtime, and opt for storytelling and educational activities instead of games and videos.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1313284-ast-warns-masses-of-screen-addiction-effectsTherapy is evolving with the use of AI-powered prompts that can help or hinder mental health. Experts recommend specific prompts to aid in therapy, such as "Describe a time when you felt overwhelmed" or "Imagine yourself in a safe space." These prompts aim to encourage self-reflection and emotional expression, potentially improving mental well-being.
https://www.boston25news.com/news/how-ai-can-help-or-hurt-your-mental-health-5-prompts-experts-recommend/WFK2WSK3SRJNJCXKRVJMSKQMHY/A GoFundme page was set up by Jason Skinner and his sister Samantha after their friend Ms Davis died in 2022 due to ovarian cancer that had returned despite being told it had a low chance of recurrence. The page aimed to raise funds for specialist treatment, but ultimately failed to save her life.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14730895/grandfather-accused-stealing-fundraising-money-daughter-cancer.htmlThe Hyderabad Chronicle article "Speak Up: Your Mind Matters" by Swati Sharma emphasizes the importance of mental health discussions beyond May, highlighting that conversations about it should be a year-round effort to create safe spaces for people of all ages to heal and break down stigma.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/tabloid/hyderabad-chronicle/speak-up-your-mind-matters-1880132Lisa Curry has shared an emotional tribute to her late daughter Jaimi, who passed away in September 2020 after battling alcoholism and an eating disorder. The Australian athlete recently revealed she has quit drinking after a health scare while on holiday in Fiji, posting a raw update on Instagram about her long battle with serious heart issues and her decision to give up booze for good.
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