Loneliness can be more than a temporary feeling. For some, it becomes an invisible vicious cycle. Chronically lonely people experience social exclusion more intensely and find less joy in social interactions. They fall into cognitive traps that block the way out of isolation. This can have serious...
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The climate crisis leads to significant changes in nature and ultimately in our society challenging all of us. Children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable in their mental processing, as well as physically, due to their socially dependent position. How can we support them in dealing with
When mental illnesses are detected early and treated promptly, people affected tend to suffer less and have a better chance of recovery. Until now, identifying signs of mental illness in everyday life has required human expertise. Researchers are developing new approaches to automatically detect
There’s been a lot of talk in the news recently about Facebook, and much of the discussion has centered on Facebook’s role in politics and journalism and user privacy. But there are other discussions about Facebook’s product itself, focusing on users’ well-being and psychological health...
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Despite many efforts to prevent sexual misconduct, this unwanted behavior persists in private and public spaces. Given the prevalence of sexual misconduct and the likelihood that mental health care providers will be called upon during their careers to support survivors, how prepared are they?
Do you find it difficult to reduce the time you spend on social media in the long term? Are you interested in learning why you often use social media excessively and what negative effects this can have on you? Here, you'll not only find answers but also practical strategies to protect your mental