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The harmful effects of social media on children are no secret. Several studies point to health issues linked to social media exposure to children and screen addition among them. This led Australia to ban social media for children under 16 years of age. France’s parliament is in the process to follow suit.In the US, a lawsuit in Los Angeles has fuelled public debate, exposing how deeply addictive these platforms can be. The case, involving a 19-year-old woman and her mother, could set a precedent for how tech giants are held accountable for their influence on young users.STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS…

Tuesday morning, Dave Matthews Band announced its latest headline tour across the United States. While fans in Texas, Michigan, Colorado, Washington, and more eagerly await the band’s performances this summer, the musicians will build on their ongoing advocacy efforts.Most recently, the band announced a donation to the ACLU of Minnesota following the fatal shootings of Nicole Good and Alex Pretti. This donation has been made through the BAMA Works charity arm of the Dave Matthews Band. Dave Matthews performs his 73rd show at The Gorge Amphitheatre. He traditionally plays for a three-night run, which has come to be known as Labor Dave…

JOY Intelligence™ (JQ) is the ability to move through emotions with precision and purpose, using emotional information as data rather than something to suppress or override. The JQ Emotions Map™ was created to bring structure and simplicity to emotional processing so people can respond with greater presence and intention in real time. Rooted in neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and behavioral psychology, the system integrates principles of brain-heart coherence, vagus nerve regulation, self-regulation, resilience, and pattern interruption. These disciplines support the understanding that emotions are not obstacles to performance, but signals that inform decision-making and behavior. While more than 3,000 emotions have…

                                The Case Manager I recently moderated a webinar for new nurses who wanted to pivot their careers into workers’ compensation case management. We were discussing the competencies that nurse case managers need to bring to their jobs.  One of the panelists said something that caught my attention. She said it is important that a nurse case manager be curious. She said being curious keeps you sharp, engaged, and connected to the people you serve.  As I reflected on this statement, I realized I have…

  A guide for organisations from an HRM perspective The World Health Organisation (WHO) in a recent publication revealed that there are approximately 1 billion people suffering from mental health disorders around the world. Anxiety and depression top this list. Considering the importance of wellness in the workplace, the Academy to Innovate Human Resources (AIHR), identified employee wellness as one of the leading Global trends that shaped HR in 2023 and beyond. South Asian region The Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace Report for 2025 has published alarming data relating to the…

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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Assistive technologies are critical for the success of farmers with disabilities and other functional limitations. As the average age of farmers increases, more producers can benefit from these tools. However, many people are unaware of the technologies or have little experience using them.   Purdue’s Indiana AgrAbility Project, in cooperation with Vincennes University and nonprofit partner Easterseals Crossroads, is sponsoring a full-day assistive technology expo on Feb. 17 to offer demonstrations and experiential opportunities to learn about the assistive technologies that are available for agriculture.  The expo will be held from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Vincennes University Agricultural Center, 4207 Purdue Road, in Vincennes. Admission…

When Jessica Fujii was in kindergarten, she drew a picture of her future. In a “What do you want to be when you grow up?” booklet, she skipped ballerina and veterinarian, and wrote down something else entirely: sea otter biologist, complete with cartoon-like otters in the great tide pool at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.Fujii grew up in California’s Bay Area, and trips to Monterey and its aquarium became a regular part of her childhood. She remembers paddling alongside her dad in a kayak on Monterey Bay, watching wild otters float on their backs as they cracked open crabs and let…

FREEDOM, Wyoming – The family and friends of a Wyoming mother who was killed by her soon-to-be ex-husband are remembering her as an advocate for mental health awareness and a daughter, sister, and parent who loved fiercely. Cassandra Moon, 23, also known by her maiden name Cassie Clinger, was shot and killed on the morning of Jan. 21 by her husband, 43-year-old Christopher Moon, Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies reported. Moon later took his own life. Cassie’s mother, Cynthia Clinger, says her daughter lived her life to the fullest, securing her place as an impactful advocate of mental health awareness. “Cassie…

                                Climate & Comp Dayton, OH (WorkersCompensation.com) – As a major winter snowstorm turns into extreme freezing temperatures across most of the eastern half of the country, snow and ice have claimed the lives of several employees. In Dayton, Ohio, a snowplow company employee is dead after being run over by a snowplow. According to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, police were called to the 600 block of St. Paul Avenue on Jan. 25 around 11:30 a.m. Police said a private plow company was clearing…