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Scholar links skin bleaching to childhood trauma

…physical harm from bleaching. "We cannot address skin bleaching without addressing the mental health crisis underneath it. "These women are not vain. Many of them are in pain," noted Goriola, a First-Class Honours graduate of Theatre Arts from the University of Ibadan, where she was the 2016 best graduating student in…

Politics by nigerianewsfeed · 2 mons ago · 0 comments · 70 views
Poisoned air: How gas flaring fuels childhood deaths, respiratory diseases in Rivers communities

…a steady stream of patients presenting symptoms consistent with respiratory and environmental health challenges. During Sunday PUNCH's visit to the government-owned facility, health workers spoke about recurring cases involving persistent coughs, breathing difficulties, upper respiratory tract infections, skin inflamma…

Agriculture by nigerianewsfeed · 2 mons ago · 0 comments · 32 views
South Africa Returnees: We're battling stigma of being labelled criminals 

…South Africa through livelihood support, skills acquisition programmes, psychosocial and mental health counselling to help them recover from the trauma they experienced. It also disclosed that more than 1,000 returnees had been profiled, adding that there had been bilateral engagements between governments of Nigeria an…

Politics by nigerianewsfeed · 2 mons ago · 0 comments · 22 views
WHO declares Hantavirus outbreak over, warns of escalating Ebola crisis

…online content, misinformation, and extensive data collection threaten children's mental health, privacy, and overall well-being.

Health by nigerianewsfeed · 2 mons ago · 0 comments · 28 views
UI unveils plan to reposition medical research institute

…infectious diseases, neuroscience, genetics, molecular medicine, epidemiology, environmental health and public health research, institutional reforms had become imperative. Ajayi said, "The research landscape has changed. Collaboration is now multidisciplinary and global, funding mechanisms have evolved, and expectatio…

Health by nigerianewsfeed · 2 mons ago · 0 comments · 26 views
Abia nabs 109-year-old Akara seller, 65 others for sanitation breaches

…Mr Philemon Ogbonna, represented by the Head of Population Control and Environmental Health, Mrs Happiness Akpulonu, said "brute force" may now be unavoidable. She blamed the decline on months without sanitation activities, which she said had created piles of waste, especially at Orie Ugba Market and other major market…

Politics by nigerianewsfeed · 2 mons ago · 0 comments · 26 views
The brain under pressure: Living with anxiety and finding balance

…feel. And many suffer silently because of stigma, fear, or a lack of understanding about mental health. Emotional struggles are often overlooked simply because they do not show physically. One of the most damaging responses to emotional distress is isolation. When a person begins to withdraw completely from others, eve…

Health by nigerianewsfeedofficial · 3 mons ago · 0 comments · 32 views
Fatherhood: Nobody prepares you for this growing burden...

…Tribune. "Many men internalise stress until it begins to affect both their physical and mental health." Muritala's prescription for prevention: regular physical activity, seven to eight hours of sleep where possible, eating balanced local meals, cutting alcohol and tobacco, and staying connected with people you trust.…

Romance by nigerianewsfeedofficial · 3 mons ago · 0 comments · 36 views
One in five Police officers battling psychological distress, study reveals

A new study has revealed disturbing levels of stress and mental health challenges among personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, with nearly one in five officers suffering psychological distress and more than half experiencing sleep-related problems. A Consultant Psychiatrist at the College of Medicine, University of Iba…

Crime by nigerianewsfeedofficial · 3 mons ago · 0 comments · 27 views
Sherry Cola Superbly Takes Up Space On AppleTV's 'Shrinking

…endings. She highlighted the importance of portraying an Asian woman grappling with mental health, making many feel seen. The arc underscores the complexities of therapy boundaries, the unexpectedness of grief, and the show's raw depiction of life's challenges.Sherry Cola (Photo credit: Leslie Alejandro)Leslie Alejandr…

Health by nigerianewsfeedofficial · 3 mons ago · 0 comments · 22 views
Queer Eye' life coach Karamo Brown launches K?, a wellness app featuring his AI digital clone

…guided instructional videos to ensure correct form. Image Credits:Kē (screenshot) On the mental health front, Kē includes a meditation section with videos targeting various emotions, helping users manage stress and anxiety. There's also a community section for users to engage in supportive groups focused on shared expe…

Health by nigerianewsfeedofficial · 3 mons ago · 0 comments · 23 views
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