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Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

Is your child anxious about going to school during a pandemic? Here’s how to talk about it

Is your child anxious about going to school during a pandemic? Here’s how to talk about it

As the school year begins, many kids will be returning to in-person learning for the first time in months. Here’s how a children’s mental health expert suggests talking to your child if they’re anxious about going to school during the COVID-19 pandemic.
by Steven John, Kyle Shiely, Aron Woldeslassie and Alex Cheng

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How rape affects memory and the brain, and why more police need to know about it

How rape affects memory and the brain, and why more police need to know about it

How a sexual assault survivor is questioned by police can greatly influence the ability to access memories of that traumatic incident. Better interview techniques might help solve more cases.
by Sammy Caiola

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'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics

'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics

Simone Biles joins other high-profile names in the Olympic space who have been talking openly about a topic that had been taboo in sports for seemingly forever. The International Olympic Committee has taken a proactive approach to providing resources for its athletes and shifted its tone from sports performance and results to mental health and uplifting the athletes' voices.
by The Associated Press

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Katie Ledecky wins her 1st gold in Tokyo and reflects on the pressure athletes face

Katie Ledecky wins her 1st gold in Tokyo and reflects on the pressure athletes face

The top star of U.S. swimming hadn't had the start to the Games that she wanted. "I don't want anyone to feel sorry for me, or feel like silver or any other medal besides gold is a disappointment."
by Merrit Kennedy

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How loneliness affects our health — and what we can do

How loneliness affects our health — and what we can do

One in three Americans reported “serious loneliness” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation was the main factor, but other things played a part, including aging and the loss or partial loss of our sensory perceptions. Guest host Chris Farrell explored the causes of loneliness, particularly in older people, and what we can do about it.
by Chris Farrell and Samantha Matsumoto

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