Tulisa, a singer and former contestant on a reality TV show, has spoken out about her struggles with mental health during and after her time on the program. She revealed that she experienced anxiety attacks, including one that left her in tears and struggling to breathe, which was not shown on camera. While trying to participate in group activities with her fellow contestants, Tulisa would often be secretly crying in her hotel room due to her struggles with mental health.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14217745/Tulisa-secret-health-battle-anxiety-attack-flee-Im-Celebrity-quit-show.htmlA 19-year-old former student of the Precko primary school in Zagreb has been apprehended by police for allegedly attacking and killing a seven-year-old child. The suspect, who had a history of mental disorders and had previously attempted suicide, fled to a nearby healthcare centre where they tried to take their own life with a knife before being stopped by authorities.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2024/12/21/teenager-stabs-7-year-old-to-death-wounds-other-students-in-croatia-schoolIn a personal account, a woman reflects on how societal pressure to conform to beauty standards contributed to her struggles with bulimia. She notes that comments about her appearance, particularly when she was younger, made her feel validated and reinforced the idea that her worth was tied to her body size. This dynamic is linked to a broader issue of patriarchy and mental health, where women's self-worth is often measured by their physical appearance. The woman shares her experience in a 2011 Channel 4 documentary, highlighting the impact of such societal pressures on young women's mental health.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/opinion/2024/12/21/telling-women-they-look-skinny-isnt-a-complimentBrook Choulet, a concierge sports and performance psychiatrist, recommends taking intentional breaks during the holiday season to stay centered. She suggests scheduling micro-breaks of 15 minutes or less to do something enjoyable, such as taking a walk, having a phone call with a friend, or taking an uninterrupted bath. Additionally, Katherine Roth advises being prepared for potentially uncomfortable conversations by thinking ahead and preparing lines to end or shift the conversation in another direction.
https://apnews.com/article/tips-enjoy-holiday-reduce-stress-entertaining-45137fad12d5fc1e3f79c6e6efe1d67cA Reddit post shared by a techie has garnered over 700 upvotes after they revealed that they had to take a break from work due to emotional distress. The individual, who was participating in a Google Meet session, broke down and cried, prompting them to step away for the day. Commenters on the platform rallied around the person, offering words of encouragement and support, reminding them that it's okay to express emotions and prioritize their mental well-being.
https://www.ndtv.com/offbeat/15-hour-shift-no-training-and-verbal-abuse-indian-techie-exposes-startups-toxic-work-culture-7301844#pfrom=home-ndtv_offbeatMelissa Karp, a senior health editor at Fox News Digital, suggests adopting a "pendulum lifestyle" to navigate life's ebbs and flows. This approach involves regularly checking in with oneself to assess emotional, physical, and mental well-being, making necessary adjustments, being compassionate when feeling off-balance, and understanding the factors that contribute to balance or imbalance. By tuning into one's needs and those of others, individuals can adopt a tailored approach to achieve optimal balance.
https://www.foxnews.com/health/pendulum-lifestyle-could-key-juggling-daily-challengesDr. Brunell discussed signs of narcissism, including a constant need for attention and admiration, taking advantage of others, and expecting special favors without reciprocation. She highlighted recent research on narcissists, which suggests that they can change their behavior with effort. A study found that when asked to consider another person's perspective, narcissists became more empathetic, while another study showed that recalling a time when they showed concern for someone else reduced their narcissism over time.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14215341/key-signs-partner-narcissist-easy-way-cope.htmlA proposed legislation aims to shift the responsibility for handling mental health crises from law enforcement to paramedics. Under the proposal, paramedics would be required to take individuals experiencing a crisis to an inpatient mental health facility or one deemed suitable by the mental health authority, and file a notice of detention explaining their reasoning. This move is supported by both law enforcement and the paramedic community, with officials citing that medics have more advanced training in handling such situations. The proposal would allow police officers to focus on public safety, as Sheriff's Association representative Howard and Austin-Travis County EMS Employees Association President Selena Xie believe that medics are better equipped to handle mental health crises.
https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/texas/texas-mental-health-detentions-bill-paramedics-police/269-3a6e9c22-4d0f-49a6-b0b9-c02c9dcaf658Tulisa Contostavlos has spoken out about a harrowing experience she had at the age of 16 when she was sexually assaulted after her drink was spiked by someone she believed to be a friend. The incident occurred during a night out with friends from her area, including one individual who had added something fizzy to their drink that caught her attention. Despite begging him not to drug her, Tulisa was subsequently assaulted and has now shared the details of the traumatic event in an interview on Paul C Brunson's podcast We Need To Talk.
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