Introduction Imagine a world where chatting over a coffee or attending a lively concert suddenly becomes an impossible dream. This was the startling reality faced by billions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Almost overnight, our lives were dictated by terms like self-quarantining and social distancing, transforming familiar social landscapes into quiet, splintered spaces of solitude. These […]
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How Love and Money Shape Our Minds: Insights from the HILDA Survey in Australia
Introduction Ever wondered how your financial status or perceptions of your romantic relationship might influence your mental health? You’re not alone. The intricate dance between our relationships, financial conditions, and mental well-being is a hot topic among psychologists. Recent research has begun to shed light on the associations of nuptiality perceptions (how we view our […]
The Unseen Currents: Decoding Japan’s Love Affair with Alternative Medicine
— Introduction Have you ever wondered why some people, despite having access to modern medicine, still seek alternative healing methods like acupuncture or herbal teas? This curiosity leads us to Japan, a country where complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is embraced by a significant part of the population. A recent research paper, intriguingly titled ‘Social […]