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Most of us don’t feel stressed all at once. It shows up in smaller ways — checking your phone without thinking, feeling oddly tired even after a full night’s sleep, or never quite switching off from work. A digital detox doesn’t have to be dramatic or all-consuming. Sometimes, it’s just about noticing how much space screens take up and gently taking some of it back. As far as stress reduction techniques go, this one is surprisingly low effort and far more effective than it sounds.AdvertismentDigital Detox: A 7-Day Stress Reliever That Actually Feels DoableThe idea of cutting back on screen…

                                Glossary Check Fraud might feel like of those “I-know-it-when-I-see-it” kinds of things, but determining whether or not certain conduct counts as workers’ compensation “fraud” under legal definitions can prove pivotal to a worker’s future. Thanks to Simply Research, we cover what “fraud” means under Pennsylvania workers’ comp law. What is ‘Fraud’? A person, including, but not limited to, the employer, the employee, the health care provider, the attorney, the insurer, the State Workmen’s Insurance Fund and self-insureds, commits an offense if the person does…

ANI | Updated: Jan 16, 2026 12:28 IST New Delhi [India], January 16 (ANI): The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) 2026, organised by the Government of Gujarat at Marwadi University, Rajkot, from 11th to 15th January 2026, concluded with enthusiastic participation from visitors across India and abroad, said the release.The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) marked a significant presence at the exhibition through the establishment of a comprehensive Health Pavilion in Hall No. 6.Spread over approximately 700 square meters, the Health Pavilion was conceptualised around the theme “Swasthya Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat” and showcased the Government of India’s people-centric…

Over the past decade, emotional self-management has become a widely recognised component of maintaining one’s mental well-being. Productivity tools measure one’s habits and moods, while wellness apps provide more structure to the day. For many users, however, these kinds of apps can feel overly controlling. They’re trying to focus on solutions when all you’re feeling is uncertainty and confusion.Rather than seeking exact answers, a growing number of users are looking for alternative ways to understand their emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and the timing of events without forcing a solution onto them. This has reignited interest in symbolic systems, such as…

Eliud Muriithi, Director Commercial Services, KEMSA/HANDOUTIn today’s fast-paced and demanding world, mental health has become just as important as physical health. Pressures from work, family responsibilities, societal expectations, financial concerns, and constant digital connectivity can gradually take a toll on our emotional and psychological well-being. Self-care is not a luxury or an act of selfishness; it is a deliberate and essential practice that helps individuals maintain balance, resilience, and overall mental wellness.What is self-care?Self-care refers to the intentional actions people take to care for their mental, emotional, physical, and social health. It involves recognising personal needs, setting healthy boundaries, and…

A trailblazing rewilding site in England has recorded a 900% increase in breeding birds in just 20 years, proving what’s possible when nature is given the space to recover In the beginning it was dead. “Depleted, polluted, dysfunctional” is how Isabella Tree describes the farm that she and her husband helped nature to recolonise.  Recolonise it has. According to a two-decade ecological review of the Knepp rewilding estate in Sussex, England – published this week – the 3,500-acre site has recorded a 900% increase in breeding birds.  Among them imperilled species such as the turtle dove (main picture) and nightingale,…

SINGAPORE – Diagnoses and confirmatory test results of two mental health conditions and all sexually transmitted infections are deemed by the authorities as more sensitive health information stored in the national repository.Such information is much harder even for authorised persons to access through the National Electronic Health Record (NEHR) system, as it is protected by additional safeguards, said Senior Minister of State for Health Tan Kiat How.He was responding to MPs who aired their concerns in Parliament over the confidentiality of sensitive health data stored in the NEHR, such as that relating to mental health conditions.Following the passing of the…

Mental fitness is increasingly viewed as a core leadership capability, not a soft skill.gettyDr. Gareth Craze has spent his career at the intersection of behavioral science and leadership development. A psychosocial fitness coach, business school professor, and co-founder of Hard Mind Lab, a consultancy specializing in risk management and employee wellness in Australian heavy industry, Craze has coached leaders across industries on everything from workplace performance to executive resilience.His academic work as a Senior Lecturer in Organizational Behaviour at UEH – International School of Business, combined with his decades of coaching experience, has given him a unique vantage point on…

Last Updated:January 16, 2026, 12:32 ISTA UGC panel has proposed counsellor–student ratios and dedicated mental health centres in colleges and universities.UGC panel proposes counsellor norms and dedicated mental health centres for campuses.A panel set up by the University Grants Commission (UGC) has proposed clear norms for student counselling and mental health support in colleges and universities, including specific counsellor-to-student ratios and the creation of dedicated mental health centres on campuses.According to officials, the panel has recommended one counsellor for every 500 students in larger institutions and one counsellor for every 100 students in smaller institutions. It has also suggested that…

Social Security can feel familiar, especially if you have followed the program for years or already receive benefits. Over time, it starts to seem settled and predictable. But the rules do not stand still. Updated limits, small adjustments, and lesser-known provisions can change how much you receive and what happens once benefits begin. Below are the Social Security rules in 2026 that often catch people off guard, and why understanding them ahead of time can help you avoid surprising retirement mistakes. Earnings limits before full retirement age can withhold benefits If you claim Social Security before…