Introduction Picture this: you’re at your desk, surrounded not by papers and office clutter but by an entire digital universe. Your screen buzzes with notifications, emails flood in faster than you can answer them, and the boundary between work and personal life dissolves into a digital haze. In our ever-connected world, digital platforms have become […]
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Navigating Stormy Seas: Mental Health During Lebanon’s Lockdown and Economic Turmoil**
Introduction: A Perfect Storm for Mental Health The COVID-19 pandemic was more than just a global health crisis—it became a catalyst for emotional upheaval and psychological distress for people around the world. While many countries faced challenges during this time, Lebanon was hit particularly hard due to a tumultuous convergence of events. Imagine managing a […]

Exploring Empathy and Compassion: Your Guide to Understanding Measures
Introduction: The Heartbeat of Human Connection Think about the time you felt a friend’s sorrow, as if their pain was your own, or when you were moved to help a stranger in need. These moments are driven by two profound human qualities: empathy and compassion. They are the silent forces that bind us together, nurture […]

Understanding the Emotional Journey: Mothers Navigating Through Their Children’s Functional Tic-Like Behaviors
— Introduction: Unraveling the Puzzle of Tic-Like Behaviors Imagine waking up one morning to find that your child, seemingly overnight, has developed sudden movements and sounds that they can’t control—jerking limbs, throat-clearing noises, or facial grimaces that appear out of nowhere. These are not the familiar tics of Tourette Syndrome but something different, something called […]

The Brain’s Silent Scream: How Loneliness Resonates Beyond the Mouse House
Introduction Have you ever felt the heavy burden of loneliness, that deep, gnawing emptiness that seems to echo through your mind? While it might be reassuring to consider this experience uniquely human, recent research suggests a surprisingly complex narrative lurking beneath the surface of social isolation. In the research paper titled ‘Social isolation-induced transcriptomic changes […]
Navigating the Digital Landscape for Mental Health Support During COVID-19
Introduction: Navigating a New Era in Mental Health When the world was struck by the COVID-19 pandemic, everything—from how we work to how we socialize—was upended. Suddenly, we were confined within the four walls of our homes, logging into meetings from our dining tables and catching up with friends through video calls. But amidst the […]

When Work Conflicts Ignite Our Screens: The Smartphone Escape of Overthinkers
Introduction Picture this: you’re in the middle of a bustling workday, juggling tasks, and then, a sudden argument erupts among your colleagues. As tensions rise, so does your need to escape—and for many, that escape is nestled right in their pocket. But could these workplace conflicts be more than just momentary disruptions? Could they trigger […]

Calm Minds, Healthy Future: Harnessing Mindfulness for Medical Student Well-being
Introduction: A Journey into Mindful Healing Imagine living in a world where the hustle and bustle of daily life never seems to pause. This is the reality for many medical students who juggle demanding schedules and high expectations, often at the expense of their mental health. A career in medicine promises prestige and purpose, yet […]

Decoding Social-Emotional Skills in Children: Insights from PEERS
— Introduction When was the last time you marveled at how a child navigates their world of friendships and play? Social-emotional skills are like the invisible threads that weave a child’s interactions together. They shape how children make friends, understand emotions, and deal with conflict. While these skills are crucial for developing robust relationships and […]

Unraveling Minds: Understanding ADHD and Depression at the University of Gondar
Introduction: The Double-Edged Sword of University Pressures University life is a unique blend of excitement and stress, marking a pivotal point where education meets the pressures of adulthood. For many, including the undergraduates at the University of Gondar in Northwest Ethiopia, this period defines their futures. However, beneath the façade of independence and scholarly pursuits […]