A study suggests that promoting workplace social media use alongside flexible work arrangements can foster a more resilient workforce capable of handling difficult managers. This is because toxic behavior from supervisors, such as public ridicule, unfair blame, and angry outbursts, can lead to employee disengagement and turnover.
https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/combat-toxic-boss-social-media-flexible-work-13843341.htmlThe Samaritan Befrienders Hong Kong, a leading suicide prevention group in Hong Kong, has reported a concerning rise in pupil suicides around the start of the school term this year. According to their data, which was collected from news reports and school networks, there were 10 cases of student suicides between mid-August and September, a significant increase from six logged during the same period in 2023. The group is calling for more crisis intervention options to address the stigma surrounding seeking help, as authorities report a drop in suspected cases over a longer period.
https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3290845/hong-kong-ngo-warns-pupil-suicide-rise-after-logging-10-cases-amid-term-start?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionAmanda Sobhy, a 31-year-old American squash star, has spoken out about overcoming an eating disorder that she struggled with for nearly a decade. She had been open about her experience in 2021 and now feels "liberated" after sharing her story. Sobhy's goal is to use her platform to help and inspire others who may be struggling with similar issues. Despite not participating in the US team's World Squash Team Championships win against Egypt, Sobhy remains committed to raising awareness about mental health and wellness in the sports community.
https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3290901/liberated-usa-squash-star-amanda-sobhy-has-olympic-goal-after-overcoming-eating-disorder?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionConcerns have been raised by medical professionals in Canada about the training of healthcare workers to assess whether a patient's mental illness is severe enough to qualify for euthanasia, also known as medically assisted dying. This issue has sparked debate and discussion among medical professionals and lawmakers in the country.
https://en.tempo.co/read/1952951/number-of-euthanasia-cases-in-canada-rises-mostly-late-stage-cancer-patientsFearne Cotton has spoken candidly about her past struggles with depression, anxiety, and panic attacks, crediting her husband Jesse Wood as a key source of support in her recovery. The couple, who married at Richmond Registry Office in 2013, have two children together, Rex and Honey, and Fearne has since launched a successful podcast, Happy Place, which has expanded into a brand with a clothing range and annual festival.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14193047/KATIE-HIND-Friends-Fearne-Cotton-reveal-dramatic-personal-change-split-husband-Jesse-Wood.htmlOnline gambling platforms use algorithms to detect signs of problem gambling and intervene with warnings or suggestions to take breaks. To protect themselves, players can set budgets before starting to gamble, take regular breaks, and avoid chasing losses. If someone is struggling with addiction, they can seek help from organizations like Gamblers Anonymous. Online gambling platforms are designed to be engaging but also increase the risk of addiction, highlighting the need for education, regulation, and self-awareness to ensure a safe experience.
https://www.jpost.com/special-content/what-makes-online-gambling-platforms-addictive-insights-and-solutions-833531Jim Tyrer, a former NFL player and 1970 First Team All-Pro, struggled with depression and financial difficulties in the months leading up to his murder-suicide on September 15. Despite being considered a gentle giant off the field, Tyrer's close friends noticed signs of depression, including a job interview where he felt out of place competing for work against recent college graduates. Experts now believe that chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease, may have contributed to his actions. Dr. Doug Paone, who treated Tyrer before the incident, stated that CTE is the most plausible explanation for Tyrer's behavior, likening it to a duck walking like a duck and having webbed feet.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/nfl/article-14178847/nfl-jim-tyrer-murder-suicide-wife-martha-hall-fame.htmlOptum's denial of treatment for autism therapy appears to contradict professional guidelines that state there is no specific limit on the duration of a course of treatment, which should be based on individual patient needs as evaluated by clinicians. The company's stance may be driven by cost-cutting measures, according to Tim Clement, vice president of federal government affairs at Mental Health America, who described Optum's approach as a "blunt instrument" aimed at reducing costs.
https://gizmodo.com/unitedhealth-is-strategically-limiting-access-to-critical-treatment-for-kids-with-autism-2000538749Indonesian President Prabowo has proposed an amnesty plan to grant freedom to approximately 44,000 prisoners who meet certain criteria. The criteria include those imprisoned for drug abuse, rebel acts in Papua, and individuals suffering from long-term illnesses or mental disorders. The proposal will be submitted to the House of Representatives (DPR) for consideration. The Ministry of Human Rights has also pledged to assist eligible prisoners through a human rights awareness program.
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