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BBRF Offers Mental Health Support Physical activity supports emotional well-being Get the latest news delivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. New York, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mental health is a vital part of overall health, and small daily habits can make a meaningful difference. Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President & CEO of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF), encourages individuals to prioritize their mental well-being through practical, everyday strategies.Mental health…

NEW YORK, February 25, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In recognition of World Teen Mental Wellness Day, Talkspace, a leading online behavioral health platform, is sharing expert-backed guidance to help teens and parents navigate the growing mental health challenges facing young people today. “Teen years can be emotionally intense, and many young people are carrying more stress, anxiety, and pressure than ever before,” said Dr. Nikole Benders-Hadi, Chief Medical Officer at Talkspace. “World Teen Mental Wellness Day is an important reminder that mental health support should be part of everyday life — not something we only talk about when things feel overwhelming.” Despite the…

In its 2026 retirement survey, Clever found that 64% of retirees believe the U.S. is in a retirement crisis. The average retiree has $288,700 saved but claims you need $823,800 to retire comfortably. Why do so many see a retirement crisis? Also see five retirement shifts coming in 2026. The Social Security Administration currently forecasts insolvency by 2032. If that happens, retirees could face a 24% benefit cut across the board, as detailed by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. That fast-approaching deadline doesn’t exactly reassure the average retiree. Check Out: Elon Musk Says You Don’t Need To Worry…

In a world of accelerating digital change, accessibility isn’t optional – it determines which organisations can scale, compete and mature. The rules of digital delivery have been rewritten. AI now shapes how digital experiences are designed, built and shipped. Portfolios are expanding. Websites, apps, documents and interfaces multiply faster than teams can manually govern. Every touchpoint now carries operational weight; each can introduce friction, risk or failure. At scale, digital accessibility is a dependency. When it fails, it fails late – after sign-off, after build, right before launch, or worse, when it disrupts a user’s experience. Campaigns pause. Costs spike.…

The goal each and every day of your life is to gradually grow stronger on the inside, so that less and less on the outside can affect your inner wellness without your conscious permission. Truth be told, how you cope with unexpected problems and frustrations can easily be the difference between living a good life and living an unhealthy one. If you choose unhealthy coping mechanisms like avoidance or denial, for example, you can quickly turn a tough situation into a tragic one. And sadly, this is a common mistake many people make. When you find yourself facing a disheartening…

Liz Guthridge, Connect’s leadership coach and neuroplastician, helps you think more clearly, act more intentionally and live more fully.Think you know what the value of employee well-being is in the workplace? Think again.Traditionally, well-being is considered an employee benefit, a perk. It’s a gym subsidy, healthy snacks in breakrooms, flexible work arrangements, wellness days, a standing desk or ergonomic office furniture, etc. Well-being benefits are intended to support employees in sustaining—or even improving—their mental and physical health.However, employees have a hard time practicing well-being. It’s no surprise considering the current pace and volume of work, as well as stress levels…

MORE than one in three adults in the UK say social media has negatively affected their mental health, latest YouGov figures have revealed. That is nearly three times as many as those who believe it has had a positive effect. As of 14 January 2026, 37% of UK adults said that social media has had a broadly negative effect. A mere 14% said the effect on their mental health has been positive. Social Media and Mental Health The negative health impacts of social media remain scientifically uncontentious. Daily social media use is associated with increased stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness, and…

The Scarisoara Great Hall where the ancient bacteria were recovered – credit, Paun V.I. via Frontiers Long before antibiotics were invented, biotics—i.e. bacteria—had developed resistance to them. When researchers examined a bacterial strain called Psychrobacter discovered in 5,000-year-old layers of cave ice, they found it was resistant to 10 modern antibiotics. Yet it also showed promising enzymatic activities and could inhibit the growth of ‘superbugs’ resistant to multiple antibiotics, and besides this, its genetics harbored clues to the evolutionary origin of resistance. Bacteria have evolved to adapt to all of Earth’s most extreme conditions, from scorching heat to temperatures well…

Ample research suggests that verbal communication is a potent tool for maintaining and improving mental health. Data from the National Institute of Mental Health found that verbal interaction, including therapy and social engagement, significantly contributes to emotional well-being. The benefits of talking go beyond mere expression, affecting how individuals process emotions, cope with stress, and connect with others. Recognizing the vital relationship between conversation and mental stability offers a pathway to healthier lives. This article explores how engaging in dialogue can be a foundational aspect of self-care and emotional support. Below, we discuss the substantial impact that even simple conversations…

A new vision for urban living is taking shape, driven by an urgent need to make our cities more liveable, sustainable and resilient. Here’s what the metropolitan areas of tomorrow will look like Wooden towers rise above the tree canopy, their facades alive with plants and shimmering solar cladding. The hum of traffic is gone. Instead, a quiet feet of autonomous robovans glides along dedicated lanes, linking neighbourhoods in smooth, predictable loops. It’s a warm summer afternoon in 2037, and shoppers wander under covered walkways inspired by the porticoes of Bologna. Woodland weaves through housing districts, workplaces and civic squares.…