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03/05/2019 / By Tracey Watson

DISTURBING report finds that 20 million American schoolchildren have been prescribed antidepressants

In many ways the world is a far more complex, difficult place to live in now than it was 20 or 30 years ago. Social media places children under increasing pressure – and at an ever decreasing age – to look perfect, have limitless “friends” and lead apparently perfect lives. Many parents work longer hours […]

01/19/2019 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Loners suffer from isolation and small social networks: Men who live alone have a 94% chance of developing diabetes

Men who live by themselves have a 94 percent risk of suffering from Type 2 diabetes because they tend to lack the emotional and practical support which could contribute to them leading healthier lives, a study showed. According to the study, men who live alone have fewer social contacts than women who live alone; this […]

01/17/2019 / By Zoey Sky

The way you use Facebook may give clues to your mental health, say researchers

Social media use is a divisive topic. Regular users say that websites like Facebook help them connect with family and friends, while health experts believe that social media may aggravate a person’s mental health. According to a study, your Facebook posts can also be used to diagnose your risk of developing depression and other mental […]

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