A report by United States Surgeon General Vivek Murthy found that young Americans aged 15 to 24 spend 70% less time interacting with friends in person compared to their counterparts 20 years ago. This decline in face-to-face interactions is attributed to the widespread use of smartphones, which has led to a preference for digital relationships. The report emphasizes the importance of investing in self-care and community by spending time with friends, which requires commitment and financial investment. However, this can be challenging when friends have different values around money management, particularly if they are in starkly different financial positions. To address this issue, individuals can suggest budget-friendly or free options for socializing, recognizing that nurturing relationships is an important form of self-care and personal development.
https://channelnewsasia.com/commentary/make-new-friends-adults-loneliness-health-4818636Comedy Gives Back, a non-profit organization founded by Jodi Lieberman, Amber J Lawson, and Zoe Friedma, has been providing support to comedians in need since 2019. The organization has granted hundreds of thousands of dollars to working comedians experiencing hardship and has partnered with various entities such as the New York Comedy Festival and Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services to provide mental health services and chemical dependency treatment. A benefit show called Alt Comedy All-Stars, produced by Jack Fink and Dave Rath, will be held to raise funds for the organization, with 100% of ticket sales going towards supporting comedians in need.
https://deadline.com/2024/12/mr-show-reunion-planned-alt-comedy-all-stars-2025-benefit-1236238881/A 19-year-old former student of a school in Croatia attacked and killed a seven-year-old child, according to Interior Minister Davor Bozinovic. The suspect had a history of mental disorders and had previously attempted suicide. He fled the scene and hid at a nearby healthcare centre before being apprehended by police. The attack occurred in a school hallway after students had finished their breakfast, causing widespread shock among pupils, including some who were left "speechless" by what they witnessed.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/national_news/seven-year-old-dies-in-stabbing-attack-at-croatia-school/article_a9df207d-a296-5711-a395-c02643e700ca.htmlThe new TV series is inspired by the life of neurologist Oliver Sacks, who studied the human brain and its functions. The show follows Dr. Wolf, a character based on Sacks, as he explores the complexities of the mind with his team of interns. Alongside their professional endeavors, they navigate personal relationships and mental health issues in their own lives.
https://deadline.com/2024/12/brilliant-minds-season-finale-new-date-zachary-quinto-nbc-1236239533/Julia, a social media star from Sydney, revealed that she had normalized excessive drinking habits, including consuming up to two jugs of cider on weeknights and partying all weekend. This led to intense anxiety and frequent hangovers, forcing her to spend days in bed recovering. After quitting alcohol in January 2023, Julia found sobriety to be a significant challenge but ultimately made her happy.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14215435/Big-Brother-Australia-star-reveals-harrowing-drug-alcohol-addiction-battle-started-teenager.htmlA 16-year-old boy from Vaishali district in Bihar was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his hostel room at a coaching institute in Kota, Rajasthan on Friday. The boy had been preparing for the IIT-JEE exam since April this year and was studying in class 11th. Despite having an anti-hanging device installed on the fan to prevent suicide, the incident occurred. Police suspect it to be a case of suicide but no suicide note has been recovered and the reason behind the extreme step is yet to be ascertained. This is the 17th reported case of suicide by coaching students in Kota this year since January.
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/16-year-old-jee-student-from-bihar-found-hanging-from-fan-in-kota-police-7297074#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationLakita, a bus driver for an unnamed company, uses her routes as an opportunity to entertain passengers with music, rhymes, and conversation. She targets stressed or anxious riders, aiming to make a positive impact on their travel experience. Her goal is to create a welcoming atmosphere on the bus, making it more than just a mode of transportation.
https://www.khou.com/article/travel/airport-shuttles-keep-people-moving-on-busiest-holiday-travel-day/285-58f1afb8-2fea-469c-a101-b0c25e630983A mother reflects on her struggle to maintain a resolution to be more present with her children, citing the challenges of balancing daily responsibilities and finding mental space to make intentional decisions. Despite her best intentions, she often falls into autopilot mode, making it difficult to consistently practice mindfulness in her parenting.
https://channelnewsasia.com/today/voices/motherhood-new-year-resolutions-parent-mum-children-4818086Noah Schnapp has spoken out about the difficulties he faced as a young actor in the spotlight. In an Instagram post after the final season of Stranger Things wrapped production, Schnapp expressed gratitude for working with his castmates, including Millie Bobby Brown, but also shared his struggles with navigating life under intense scrutiny.
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