Rare Impact Fund 2026 Grant Program Now Open: Up to $500,000 to Address Youth Mental Health Around the World – Global South Opportunities

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Rare Impact Fund 2026 Grant Program Now Open: Up to $500,000 to Address Youth Mental Health Around the World - Global South Opportunities

Rare Impact Fund 2026 Grants: Up to $500,000 for youth mental health initiatives of Rare Impact Fund 2026 Grant Program is currently accepting applications and will provide significant funding to nonprofit organizations working to expand access to mental health services for young people around the world. The initiative, founded by Selena Gomez, is part of … Read more

Labour’s plan to restrict gambling advertising is set to cut stakes by just 0.8%, government analysis shows

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Labour's plan to restrict gambling advertising is set to cut stakes by just 0.8%, government analysis shows

The government’s plan to restrict gambling advertising would reduce Australia’s annual gambling spending by $62.7 million a year, or just 0.8%, but a complete ban on advertising would have “higher net benefits” but would place a significant burden on media and sports regulations, the government report says. The Anthony Albanese Office of Impact Analysis (OIA) … Read more

Stress solutions that actually work, according to CNET editors who’ve tried them all.

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We all experience stress, anxiety, overstimulation, and sometimes get stuck in our own heads. So during Stress Awareness Month, we thought we’d share some of the things we actually find helpful and rely on to support our mental health. Some of these recommendations are free, and some are products we really like. They all make … Read more

Column: ‘No one cares about crazy people’ documentary shines a spotlight on our mental health system

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"Nobody Cares About Crazy People: The Chaos and Heartbreak of America's Mental Health" Written by Ron Powers. (Grand Central Publishing)

Some movies are meant to be fun, and that’s not a bad thing, but there are also some movies that try to change the world, and there’s some great stuff in there. “No one cares about crazy people” is one of the latter, decidedly smaller groups. The film will be shown at Columbia University’s Film … Read more

Maryland board stalls, preventing new drug counselors from joining the fight against overdoses

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Maryland board stalls, preventing new drug counselors from joining the fight against overdoses

Every few weeks, messages from recruiters pop up on Melissa Grimm’s cell phone. The company is hiring for an addiction treatment program in the Baltimore area. The 42-year-old Annapolis resident, who graduated last fall with a degree in addiction counseling, will have to give up those job opportunities. That’s because she’s been waiting six months … Read more

22-year-old woman worries she may be a pedophile. She was then diagnosed with a rare form of OCD: “I thought I was a monster.”

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What you need to know Molly Lambert struggled with intrusive thoughts for years before discovering pedophile-themed OCD (P-OCD) through a TikTok video She was officially diagnosed with P-OCD in 2025 after suffering from shame and keeping her distressing thoughts a secret. By talking about her experience, Lambert was able to connect with others and work … Read more

Anxious young people are more likely to become digital addicts

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Anxious young people are more likely to become digital addicts

Young people who experience social anxiety may be at higher risk of developing psychological dependence on digital networking platforms. A new study reveals that this relationship is partially explained by the psychological habit of comparing ourselves to others online. The study was published in the journal Addictive Behaviors. Accessing social networks is a common daily … Read more

‘Unbearable anxiety’ – Dan Hurley talks about the panic attack that nearly broke his heart

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Panic attacks are surprisingly common. Research shows that more than 28% of adults experience at least one panic attack in their lifetime. Were you able to escape from the group? That’s certainly a big blessing. After all, a panic attack is the last thing anyone would wish on their worst enemy. It feels terrible when … Read more

Teens who experience cyberbullying are more likely to have mental health issues | Breaking News

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Irish teenagers who have negative experiences online, such as cyberbullying or sexting, are at higher risk of developing mental health problems, according to new research. A study of internet use and mental health among more than 4,500 teenagers in the Republic found a significant link between heavy social media use and poorer mental health. Certain … Read more

4 expert-backed steps to survive the ‘anniversary effect’

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Traumatic anniversaries can evoke feelings of sadness, anxiety, and grief. Experts say there are steps to counter these effects (AFP, Getty Images)

Every February 11th, the anniversary of my 19-year-old best friend’s untimely death hits me, and I don’t feel the weight lift until the day is over. The day you lose a loved one, have an accident, or experience another traumatic event can cause feelings of sadness, anger, grief, and anxiety, as well as physical symptoms … Read more