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WHO EMBRACES PEER SUPPORT Researchers also identified several factors that influence willingness to receive peer support. Younger adults are typically more open to peer-based care, likely reflecting greater awareness of and openness towards mental health issues, according to the study. Adults who had previously sought professional help are also more likely to welcome peer support, suggesting that informal and formal care may be complementary rather than mutually exclusive.Meanwhile, respondents in white-collar managerial roles, such as managers and directors, are more open to seeking informal support than those in non-managerial positions, such as clerical support staff and sales workers. Researchers said this could be due…

A new study finds an 80-fold increase in the population of loggerhead turtles nesting at three beaches in Boa Vista, Cabo Verde’s third-largest island, over 27 years.Globally, the loggerhead population has decreased by 47% over the past three generations, a decline largely attributed to anthropogenic pressures such as habitat loss, marine pollution, fishing bycatch, poaching, and multiple climate change-driven impacts.The authors of this first-of-its-kind study of Cabo Verde’s nesting loggerheads attribute the remarkable local recovery to decades-long conservation efforts.In 2018, night patrol teams on Boa Vista, the third-largest island in the Cabo Verde archipelago, started noticing a change along the…

A boat is preparing to leave from Ditto Landing to raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention. Many Americans celebrating our nation’s independence on July 4 may inadvertently create a bad …

David Goggins is not interested in sugarcoating the truth. He is not interested in giving you cookie-cutter motivation, and he is certainly not interested in resting on his laurels. After retiring from the military, setting records in ultra-endurance racing, and releasing a massive bestselling book, most people would enjoy their success. Goggins decided to become a smokejumper. For the past few years, he has been jumping out of airplanes into the remote Canadian wilderness—places inaccessible by vehicles—to fight wildfires for $15 an hour. Why? Because the life we live is the ultimate competitor. It will find your weakness and hammer…

                                Safety at Work The death of a young tourist who jumped from a runaway horse carriage in Central Park earlier this month has spurred union drivers to demand hitching posts be installed throughout one of New York City’s most recognizable destinations.   “Our discussions with drivers and carriage owners over the past four days has reinforced our belief that hitching posts should be installed in the park,’’ said Alexander Kemp, president of the Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 100.   Kemp noted that it is a commonsense safety upgrade that would enable…

Mindful sitting is all about being aware of your position when sitting What’s the story Maintaining good posture is essential for overall health and well-being. It can help reduce back pain, improve breathing, and boost confidence. For beginners, incorporating simple habits into daily routines can make a significant difference. These habits are easy to follow and require minimal effort, but can lead to noticeable improvements in posture over time. Here are five beginner-friendly habits to enhance your posture effectively.

In 1983, Congress passed legislation designed to strengthen the long-term financial stability of the Social Security system. As part of that effort, the law gradually increased the full retirement age, which is the age at which workers can receive 100% of their Social Security retirement benefits.What will the full retirement age be in 2027?Workers become eligible to claim Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62. However, claiming benefits at that age results in a permanently reduced monthly payment. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recommends waiting until full retirement age to receive unreduced benefits.A worker’s full retirement age depends…

In a landmark, first-of-its-kind study from Queen Mary University of London and published in The Lancet medical journal, researchers found that children vaccinated at age 12 to 13 against human papillomavirus, or HPV, now have close to zero risk of dying from cervical cancer before age 30.The study, which analyzed national mortality and vaccination records in England, showed that deaths have dramatically declined since school-age girls started being offered the vaccine in 2008, and it’s saved around 200 lives in England so far.Graphic courtesy of BBCBetween 2000 and 2024, for the first time ever over a five-year period, there were…

The Lorain County Suicide Prevention Coalition invites families and community members to a free fishing event focused on mental wellness, community connection and suicide prevention awareness. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon June 27 at Finger Pier, next to Hot Waters, 1104 W. First St. in Lorain. The event is open to all ages and skill levels, with fishing equipment, instruction and activities provided at no cost. Organizers hope the event will provide an opportunity for families and friends to connect while learning about local mental healthresources, according to the release. “By bringing people together in…

MUSCAT, JUNE 24As people increasingly seek holistic approaches to health and well-being, energy healing has emerged as one of the most talked-about complementary practices worldwide. Advocates claim it can help restore balance, reduce stress and support the body’s natural healing processes. However, questions remain over whether its benefits stem from measurable therapeutic effects or from psychological and emotional factors. Energy healing encompasses a range of practices, including Reiki, therapeutic touch and crystal healing.While methods vary, they are generally based on the belief that the human body is surrounded by or infused with an energy field that influences physical, emotional and…