In an effort to support parents and minors in the responsible use of the Internet, the Greek government is promoting two new tools aimed at protecting against harmful content and addictive online practices. The initiatives focus on educating parents and…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis spoke at an event presenting the National Strategy for Protecting Minors from Internet Addiction. He emphasized the urgent need to address the psychological issues faced by children and teenagers due to excessive internet and social…
Depression and anxiety disorders are on the rise among young people in Switzerland, with one-third suffering from mental health problems, according to UNICEF. The article explores the reasons behind this increase and potential support for youth, featuring personal stories like…
A recent study by Techniker Krankenkasse reveals a troubling rise in feelings of loneliness among both older adults and young people, with two-thirds of individuals aged 18 to 39 reporting frequent isolation. The study highlights the stigma surrounding loneliness, leading…
The Swiss emergency helpline for children and adolescents, 147, has seen a record 140 interventions requiring police or medical assistance in the first nine months of this year, highlighting a significant increase due to mental health pressures exacerbated by the…
The recent COPSY study highlights the ongoing mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents in Germany, exacerbated by crises such as the pandemic, war, and climate change. While there are signs of improvement since the pandemic, significant numbers report…
The Australian government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has proposed a ban on social media for children under 16, citing the need to protect young users from online harms. While many parents support the initiative, experts question the effectiveness…
In the wake of Cyclone Daniel, the psychological toll on residents of Thessaly has emerged as a significant concern. Local inhabitants have shared their experiences of trauma and loss, prompting researchers from the University of Thessaly and the US Psychiatric…
Since 2019, German police have fatally shot 37 individuals in apparent mental health crises, sparking demands for better training and resources. Families impacted, like that of Oisín, who was killed during a police intervention, are questioning the lack of preparedness….
A recent study published in Nature Human Behaviour reveals that individuals in committed relationships experience lower rates of depression compared to singles across diverse cultures. Researchers analyzed data from over 100,000 people in seven countries, finding a consistent trend: solitude…
Seven families are filing a legal complaint against TikTok, claiming the platform contributed to their children’s mental health decline, including two tragic suicides. The parents, led by Stéphanie Mistre, blame TikTok’s algorithms for promoting harmful content, arguing that the platform…
Seven families in France have filed a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging that the platform exposed their teenage children to harmful content, which they claim led to two suicides. The lawsuit argues that TikTok’s algorithm promoted videos glorifying suicide, self-harm, and…
