Tag: mental health
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From Minefields to Mindfields: AI’s Evolving Role in a World in Crisis
From Minefields to Mindfields: AI’s Evolving Role in a World in Crisis Navigating the psychological scars of war and the technological frontiers of healing. The world in early April 2024 found itself grappling with multifaceted challenges, from the persistent, tangible dangers of active conflict to the increasingly sophisticated, yet equally impactful, realm of mental well-being.…
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From Food Safety Crusader to Political Powerhouse: The Evolving Influence of “The Food Babe”
From Food Safety Crusader to Political Powerhouse: The Evolving Influence of “The Food Babe” How Vani Hari’s journey from scrutinizing ingredients to aligning with the “Make America Healthy Again” movement reflects a shifting landscape of activism and influence. The world of health and wellness advocacy is rarely a static one. At the forefront of this…
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The Algorithmic Couch: AI Steps into the Therapy Room Amidst Ukraine’s Hidden Scars
The Algorithmic Couch: AI Steps into the Therapy Room Amidst Ukraine’s Hidden Scars From Minefields to Mindfields: How Technology is Reshaping Healing and Highlighting Hidden Dangers In a world grappling with the invisible wounds of conflict and the persistent challenges of mental well-being, technology is emerging as a double-edged sword. As reported by 60 Minutes…
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The Vanishing Numbers: How Science Cuts Are Blinding Us to Our Climate Impact
The Vanishing Numbers: How Science Cuts Are Blinding Us to Our Climate Impact A vital EPA tool for tracking greenhouse gases faces an uncertain future, leaving businesses and the public in the dark. In the intricate machinery of environmental regulation, few gears turn as quietly, yet as crucially, as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)…
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The Wellness Mirage: Is the Booming Industry Hijacking Our Health?
The Wellness Mirage: Is the Booming Industry Hijacking Our Health? As “wellness” becomes a marketable commodity, we’re left questioning its true meaning and potential pitfalls. In a world increasingly captivated by the pursuit of well-being, the term “wellness” has transformed from a gentle aspiration into a multi-billion dollar industry. From jade eggs and infrared saunas…
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The Billion-Dollar Bet: As Sports Gambling Explodes, Washington Grapples with a Reckoning
The Billion-Dollar Bet: As Sports Gambling Explodes, Washington Grapples with a Reckoning The rapid legalization of sports betting across America has ignited a national debate, prompting calls for federal oversight to protect athletes, fans, and the integrity of the games themselves. The roar of the crowd, the tension of a tie game, the agonizing miss…
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The House Always Wins, But Who’s Watching the Players? Inside the Heated Debate Over Federal Sports Betting Regulation
The House Always Wins, But Who’s Watching the Players? Inside the Heated Debate Over Federal Sports Betting Regulation As the U.S. grapples with a burgeoning sports gambling landscape, lawmakers are scrutinizing its impact on athletes, fans, and the very spirit of competition. The roar of the crowd, the thrill of a last-minute score, and increasingly,…
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The Architect of NIL: How College Sports’ New General Managers Are Reshaping the Game
The Architect of NIL: How College Sports’ New General Managers Are Reshaping the Game Beyond the Sideline: Unpacking the Rise of the College Sports General Manager in a New Era of Player Compensation and Mobility The hallowed halls of collegiate athletics are undergoing a seismic shift, and at its epicenter is a job title that…
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From Taboo to Therapeutic: Can MDMA’s Second Act Rewrite Psychedelic History?
From Taboo to Therapeutic: Can MDMA’s Second Act Rewrite Psychedelic History? After a promising start derailed by scandal, a new political alignment offers a glimmer of hope for MDMA-assisted therapy, but significant hurdles remain. The path to medical acceptance for psychedelic substances has been a winding and often tumultuous one. For years, substances like psilocybin…
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The Wellness Illusion: Are We Trading Health for Hype?
The Wellness Illusion: Are We Trading Health for Hype? In a multi-billion dollar industry, the pursuit of ‘wellness’ has become a confusing, often contradictory, and sometimes even harmful quest. The word “wellness.” It’s everywhere. From the shimmering bottles of adaptogenic elixirs lining health food store shelves to the calming tones of meditation apps pinging on…