Understanding the Silent Struggle: Domestic Violence and Maternal Mental Health
## Unlocking the Mind’s Hidden Struggles During Motherhood Every new mother anticipates the journey of pregnancy and childbirth with mixed emotions, brimming with both anxiety about the unknown and excitement about the new life she will bring into the world. What many might not expect, however, is the susceptibility to unique psychological struggles during the […]
Understanding Trauma in Young Hearts: A Journey Through the Child PTSD Checklist in South Africa
Introduction: A Glimpse into Young Minds Facing Trauma Imagine waking up at night to the sound of a child’s scream, plagued by memories of trauma. Now, imagine being able to understand and measure these feelings precisely to help that child heal. That’s where the Child PTSD Checklist steps in—a tool designed to identify signs of […]
The Nighttime Connection: How Bedtime Habits and Cell Phones Play a Role in Bullying Among Teens
Introduction Picture this: It’s way past midnight, and the glow of a smartphone screen lights up a teenager’s room. They’re texting, scrolling through social media, or playing online games when they should be catching up on rest. Now, consider how this nocturnal lifestyle could be linked to another widespread issue: bullying. A recent research paper […]
Revealing the Hidden Impact of Sibling Violence
Introduction Imagine growing up in a home where violence is a frequent, unwelcome guest. But rather than being an adult-to-adult affair, picture the violence unfolding between the very siblings you share your childhood with. While society often focuses on the devastating impact of inter-parental violence, an equally potent source of trauma often goes unnoticed: witnessing […]
Hidden Voices: Understanding Health and Human Rights in Western Burma
Introduction Imagine living in a place where going about your daily life is riddled with risks that keep you in a cycle of fear and uncertainty. This is a reality for many in the Chin State of Western Burma, also known as Myanmar. In this region, human rights violations are not just sporadic events but […]