Mental health

October 18, 2024 11:37 PM

Meta must face Massachusetts social media addiction lawsuit, judge rules

A Massachusetts judge rejected Meta Platforms' bid to dismiss a lawsuit by the state alleging the social media company purposely deployed features on its Instagram platform to addict young users and deceived the public about the dangers its product posed to the mental health of teenagers. Suffolk County Superior Court Judge Peter Krupp in Boston, in a decision made public on Friday, rejected Meta's request to dismiss claims by Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell that it violated ...

May 10, 2024 11:03 PM

Prince Harry and Meghan talk mental health on first Nigeria visit

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan on Friday (May 10) attended an inaugural mental health summit at a school run by a local non-profit supported by their foundation in Nigeria's capital Abuja, kicking off their first trip to Africa's most populous nation. The couple were invited to the west African nation by the country's chief of defence staff. At Lightway Academ,y run by a non-profit supported by their Archewell Foundation, Harry and Meghan were received with cheers and entertained by dancer...

September 16, 2024 6:02 PM

Impact of heat stress on physical and mental health

Heat stress is more than just feeling hot on a sunny day; it can profoundly affect both our physical and mental well-being. When our bodies are exposed to high temperatures for extended periods, especially during strenuous activities, they struggle to regulate internal temperature and cool down. This can lead to conditions like heat exhaustion or even heatstroke. However, the consequences of heat stress extend beyond physical discomfort. According to a study, elevated temperatures trigger vasod...