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Exam stress at age 15 can increase the risk of depression and self-harm into early adulthood, research suggests.Academic pressure is known to have a detrimental impact on mood and overall wellbeing, but until now few studies had examined the long-term effects on mental health.Researchers at University College London examined data from nearly 5,000 young people born in 1991 and 1992 taking part in a wider ongoing study of children.Academic pressure was assessed at the age of 15 through questionnaires on their school experiences, while mental health was tracked regularly from 16 to 22 and self-harm until they were 24.The study,…

In January 1985, more than three dozen musicians gathered at a recording studio in Los Angeles, California to sing “We Are the World” — a song penned by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie with the intention of raising money for famine relief in Ethiopia. There was a novelty to the medley of musicians who gathered to record that night: Paul Simon, Billy Joel, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, Huey Lewis, Bruce Springsteen, Cyndi Lauper — the list goes on and on. Before recording began, producer Quincy Jones scribbled out a sign at the entrance of the studio that said “Leave your egos at…

An author-led brand blends storytelling and intentional self-care to challenge hustle culture and redefine healing through lived experience. Mysterious was created to honor real life, where healing is personal, self-care is necessary, and intention matters more than perfection.” — TyNicole KANSAS CITY, KS, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In a culture that often glorifies constant productivity and polished perfection, author and creative entrepreneur TyNicole chose a different path. One built on honesty, resilience, and the belief that self-care is not a reward for burnout, but a necessity for survival. That belief became the foundation of Mysterious, a purpose-driven…

In February 2026, some payment groups will see changes in when and how they receive their funds. For example, because February is a shorter month and includes Presidents’ Day, a fe …

A recent AARP survey found that 20% of Americans aged 50 and over have no savings for retirement whatsoever. And another report by the National Institute on Retirement Security found that 40% of older Americans rely solely on Social Security for income. If you’re finding it difficult to save for retirement, you may be inclined to rely heavily on Social Security for your senior years. But that approach might backfire on you. A lot of people are surprised to learn that Social Security has its share of flaws. Here are some issues with the program it’s important to know about.…

– credit, images supplied by Ogden to SWNS A woman whose new prosthetic leg was swept out to sea is “over the moon” after she found it 10 months later, it having been swept right back to the beach where she lost it. Last April, 69-year-old Brenda Ogden lost her custom-made titanium blade-style prosthesis moments before a swim in the North Sea. She was posing for a picture with a swimming group she was a part of when a huge wave knocked them all down and took her titanium blade back out to sea with it. Ogden had her leg…

Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end. When you can no longer think of a reason to continue, you must think of a reason to start over. There’s a big difference between giving up and starting over in the right direction. And there are three little words that can release you from your past and guide you forward to a positive new beginning. These words are: “From now on…” So, from now on… 1. Let the things you can’t control GO! Most things are only a part of your life because you keep thinking about them. Realize this.…

The unified national platform “Emirates Health” maintained its momentum on the fourth and final day of the World Health Expo (WHX) 2026 in Dubai, where it unveiled innovative projects and initiatives.

Dozens of learning disabled and autistic adults are facing “dangerous” cut backs to their care, ITV News has found.Surrey County Council has been accused of carrying out “illegal” and “immoral” care assessments of vulnerable adults, and excluding their families, in a bid to save money by reducing their support.Care provider Peak15 said 27 learning disabled adults in supported living are facing average cuts of almost 50% to their care hours.In almost all of the cases, vital mental capacity assessments were not carried out to determine whether the reduction in their care hours was safe.A mental capacity assessment establishes whether someone…

Across Australia, the youth mental health crisis continues to weigh on schools. According to a 2025 report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies, 34% of Australian teens aged 14–19 years reported experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviours in the past 12 months. However, teens are waiting too long to access the professional help they need. Recent Australian research from UNSW, Black Dog Institute, and Flinders University found teens often wait more than three months to access mental health treatment after referral.  Recognising this, Aussie charity, OneWave, has been delivering early prevention programs that are making a real difference. The charity’s…