Navigating the Turbulent Waters of PTSD: Insights from a Systematic Review of Trauma Exposure

Introduction: Peering into the Mind’s Response to Trauma Imagine your mind as an intricate tapestry, woven tightly with threads of past experiences, hopes, and dreams. Now, picture this tapestry being pulled apart by the sudden force of a traumatic event. For many, this is precisely what life feels like after experiencing trauma. This unraveling of […]

Rewiring the Workplace Mind: Evaluating the Power of Brain Training

Introduction Picture this: a bustling office where employees glide through tasks with peak mental agility, making decisions with the precision and clarity of a chess grandmaster. This scenario might sound like a distant dream, but with the advent of **brain training** programs, employers are searching for ways to elevate cognitive function and mental well-being among […]

When Trauma Echoes: How Past Experiences Shape Parents’ Reactions to a Child’s Cancer Diagnosis

Introduction: The Emotional Avalanche of a Child’s Cancer Diagnosis Imagine, for a moment, hearing the words no parent ever wants to hear: your child has cancer. It’s a moment that can turn your world upside down, triggering a whirlwind of emotions, fears, and stress. But what if these emotions are not just about the present […]

Bridging the Gap in Child Disability Assessment: Rwanda’s Journey with the WHODAS-Child

## Introduction: Building Bridges to Better Understanding Imagine a tool that could transform how we understand the world’s youngest minds, a tool that transcends borders, languages, and cultural barriers. That’s precisely the promise of the [World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule for Children, WHODAS-Child](https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0057725) in Rwanda. This research paper shines a light on a complex […]

Finding Hope in Crisis: Mental Health Interventions for Refugees

Introduction In the face of crisis, it’s often the mental well-being of individuals that takes the hardest hit. Imagine fleeing from home, seeking refuge in a foreign land, and battling inner demons amidst external upheaval. This unsettling scenario is a reality for many refugees worldwide, particularly in places like Beirut, Lebanon, where diverse communities of […]