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A new national report from LGBTQ+ mental health charity Queerwell is calling for urgent action to tackle mental health inequality across the UK.Released this week, LGBTQIA+ Mental Health: Disparities, Barriers, and Interventions highlights the scale of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidal ideation affecting LGBTQ+ people. The research draws on UK and global evidence. It argues that poorer mental health outcomes are not caused by identity, but by stigma, discrimination and exclusion.More than half of LGBTQ+ people in the UK report symptoms of anxiety or depression each year. Rates are even higher among trans and non-binary people, bisexual individuals and young people. The…

Early next week, certain Social Security recipients in the U.S. are to receive their latest monthly benefits, in the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) first payment run in March 2026.On Tuesday, Mar. 3, the SSA is due to disburse money to two groups of recipients who are signed up for the agency’s retirement or survivor benefits, or for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).Who’s getting a Social Security payment on Mar. 3, 2026?Some long-term Social Security beneficiariesMarch’s Social Security benefits are to be issued to certain long-standing recipients of retirement, SSDI or survivor pay: specifically, those who have been receiving any of…

Soy milk curds in the tofu making process – credit, Sun Dubu CC 2.0. Kr Capable of undergoing 120,000 charge cycles and being disposed of anywhere, an experimental new battery design might be thought of as truly state-of-the-art. To the contrary, the magnesium chloride or calcium chloride electrolytes used to carry the charge between the negative and positive electrodes were quite familiar to the Hong Kong-scientists that designed the battery for a very good reason. They’re used to make tofu. Researchers from City University of Hong Kong and their colleagues sought to advance the science of water-based batteries, as they’re…

“If you want to be a good writer, son, you must read. Read, read, read. Read everything.”  I can still picture my grandfather imparting those words of wisdom to me from the green leather chair in my grandparents’ living room. He was not always a man to heed advice himself – he was smoking a cigar at the time – but he had plenty to offer. That nugget stuck. And lo, he was right.  As we explore youth and education in the next issue of Positive News magazine, we thought we’d ask readers about the life lessons they received as…

VMPL Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 26: Dr. Disha Bhanushali launched her book Gratitude at Title Waves, Bandra, in an evening focused on holistic health and emotional well-being. Show Full Article Described as more than a journal, Gratitude presents itself as a structured guide designed to help individuals cultivate self-honour, emotional awareness, and daily healing practices. Speaking at the event, Dr. Disha Bhanushali emphasised that gratitude is not forced positivity but a conscious inner shift that moves the nervous system from stress to restoration.The book was symbolically unveiled by her teachers, reflecting the central theme of honour and acknowledgment. Guests were…

$800,000 supports roughly $32,000 annual withdrawals using the 4% rule adjusted for inflation. Delaying Social Security until 70 increases monthly benefits by roughly 8% per year beyond full retirement age. Healthcare costs from age 63 to 65 reduce withdrawal capacity before Medicare coverage begins. The analyst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks. Get them here FREE. At 58 with $800,000 saved, retiring at 63 without claiming Social Security is possible, but only if you understand the bridge strategy and plan for healthcare costs before Medicare kicks in at 65. This scenario is common among…

Thai conservationists were delighted with the news that a sighting of an Asian golden cat had been recorded by camera traps. The legendary “fire tiger” of Thai folklore and mythology, the Asian golden cat is one of the most scarcely seen of all wildcats. Filmed by a camera trap in the country’s northern Khao Luang […] The post Thailand’s Mythical ‘Fire Tiger’ Captured on Trail Cam, One of the Rarest Sightings in the Cat World appeared first on Good News Network.

Burnout is more than just feeling tired—it’s a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. It can lead to decreased productivity, cynicism, and even serious health issues. Fortunately, science offers practical ways to recover and regain balance. 1. Prioritise sleep and rest Lack of sleep can make burnout worse by increasing stress hormones like cortisol. Studies show that getting 7–9 hours of quality sleep helps restore brain function, improves mood, and enhances resilience to stress. Creating a bedtime routine, avoiding screens before bed, and practicing relaxation techniques like deep breathing can improve sleep quality. 2. Practice…

Classified in: Health, Science and technologySubject: MRR DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarketstm, the Mental Health Apps Market is projected to grow from about USD 9.94 billion in 2025 to USD 22.73 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 18.0%. Browse 320 market data Tables and 50 Figures spread through 350 Pages and in-depth TOC on “Mental Health Apps Market – Global Forecast to 2030″Mental Health Apps Market Size & Forecast:Market Size Available for Years: 2024?20302025 Market Size: USD 9.94 billion2030 Projected Market Size: USD 22.73 billionCAGR (2025?2030): 18.0%Mental Health Apps Market Trends & Insights:By end-user, the employer groups segment…

True self-care isn’t all face masks, bubble baths, incense, and glitter. The truth is, self-care is a spectrum and can range from the unenjoyable to the pleasurable. Self-care isn’t always polished. It can seem ugly sometimes. It’s self-love, and loving yourself isn’t always going to look gorgeous. We want the benefits of this care without doing the groundwork, and unfortunately, there is no real care without the groundwork. This forces you to dig deep into yourself in order to understand what that care actually is and what it looks like.But what does it mean to do the groundwork? And what is it…