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27.03.2024 / 16:27

Death in Paradise's Ben Miller struggled to manage 'out of control' health condition

Ben Miller, the actor who played Professor Jasper Tempest in the ITV drama Death In Paradise, has opened up about his personal battle with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).The star revealed that he struggled a lot with OCD, especially in his twenties. "I did struggle a lot with OCD, particularly in my twenties, and I'm very lucky in that it's all very manageable now," Ben said.

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Selena Gomez reflected on her tumultuous journey with mental health

Selena Gomez recently bared her soul during a panel discussion at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. In a poignant and candid conversation, the renowned singer, actress, and philanthropist reflected on her tumultuous journey with mental health, shedding light on her decision to release the deeply personal documentary, “My Mind & Me” and the transformative impact it had on her life.Over six years, “My Mind & Me” documented her battles with anxiety, depression, and the pivotal moment of her diagnosis of bipolar disorder in 2020. The documentary, which she initially grappled with the decision to release, provided a raw and unfiltered glimpse into her inner struggles.During the panel discussion moderated by Dr.

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Inside BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don's health battles - near-death experience to mental health struggles

Monty Don recently returned to our television screens with the launch of his latest show, Monty Don's Spanish Gardens, a new gardening programme that's taken him all the way to the Mediterranean. According to the synopsis, the BBC Two series sees the 68 year old horticulturist discover gardens "across the country's diverse landscape" and explore its "rich and varied history and culture." Monty, who recently shut down rumours that he'd be stepping down from his beloved BBC Gardeners' World, has also been very open about his health battles over the years - both physical and mental.

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Budget change to make this Christmas to ‘keep your mental health intact’

In the run-up to Christmas, you may be feeling some pressure to get your family and friends extravagant gifts.The festive season is often a time of excess, with people buying lots of items for their festivities, from fancy decorations and lights to alcohol. If you're in a shop tempted to spend hundreds of pounds on items you might only use for one day, think again.Try and get crafty and make decorations or even reuse yours.

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Jessica Alba shares some of her mental health rituals

Jessica Alba knows is important to put focus on your mental health, and is encouraging others to make themselves a priority. Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to an end, and on Wednesday, the actress posted a video with some of the ways she keeps balanced.Una publicación compartida por Jessica Alba (@jessicaalba)In the clip, Alba can be seen calmly meditating, enjoying sound baths, self-care, smudging her space, exercising, and more.

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tWitch’s Boss’ wife, Allison Holker Boss teams up with national retailer to raise mental health awareness

Allison Holker Boss, the esteemed widow of tWitch’s Boss, has once again partnered with DICK’S Sporting Goods in a noble effort to raise awareness about the importance of mental health. In her latest campaign, Holker Boss passionately encourages individuals to share their struggles and seek solace in the profound realization that they are not alone in their journey toward healing and wellness.“I am honored to partner with DICK’S Sporting Goods for Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Social Media Could Pose ‘Profound Risk of Harm’ to Young People’s Mental Health, Surgeon General Warns

The U.S. surgeon general warned Tuesday of the potential risks of social media to young people, and urged policy makers and technology companies to strengthen standards for adolescents. Dr.

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Pete Davidson opens up about therapy and his mental health journey

Pete Davidson is opening up about his mental health journey. The actor recently sat down with Jon Bernthal for his Real Ones podcast, where he talked about his PTSD and borderline personality disorder.TW: Self HarmThe Staten Island King star said he’s in therapy, “I’ve been doing a lot of therapy like trauma therapy trying to figure out why I think there are obvious reasons why with the PTSD from childhood.”Davidson and his therapist have linked his PTSD from his childhood when his father, Scott Davidson, a firefighter, died on 9/11.

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Montreal man, 19, charged with 2nd-degree murder in stabbing deaths of 3 family members

scene of the triple-homicide in Montreal’s Rosemont neighborhood is facing three charges of second-degree murder.Police believe Arthur Galarneau killed three of his family members. The three victims are Mylène Gingras, 75, Francine Gingras-Boucher 53, and Richard Galarneau, 53.The suspect appeared in court by telephone Saturday morning.Montreal police confirmed the family link between Galarneau and all three victims, but did not confirm the respective relationships.

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Study shows COVID had little impact on mental health. The same isn’t true for kids

COVID-19 has taken a minimal toll on most people’s mental health globally, according to a recent study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ). But a separate study shows that finding may not hold true for children.In fact, the pandemic increased mental distress for kids, a newly-published study led by the University of Calgary shows, leading to a sharp increase in emergency department visits for attempted suicide and suicide ideation among children and adolescents under the age of 19 years old.Nicole Racine, a clinical psychologist and assistant professor in the School of Psychology at the University of Ottawa, said she believes children were forgotten about during the pandemic and they are one of the vulnerable groups that suffered the most from lockdowns.

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Kane Brown Is Writing ‘Darker’ Music About Mental Health, Former Traumas

Kane Brown is currently sitting comfortably at the top of the charts with his newest single, “Thank God”, featuring his wife, Katelyn, but the accomplishment is only motivating the 29-year-old country star to write another one with a darker tone.

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Serena Williams: I have ‘serious boundaries’ about mental health

retiring from tennis this year, spoke to Selena Gomez about how she takes care of her mental fitness.“Mental fitness for me is just really learning to shut down,” Williams, 40, said on the “Only Murders in the Building” star’s wellness platform, Wondermind.“I did this years ago before mental health was a topic among everyone’s mind. It was more just like, alright I’m shutting myself down today.

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Ezra Miller: I’m seeking treatment for ‘complex mental health issues’

charged with felony burglary for allegedly stealing alcohol from a home in Vermont, they broke their silence in a statement provided to Variety by a representative.“Having recently gone through a time of intense crisis, I now understand that I am suffering complex mental health issues and have begun ongoing treatment,” Miller, 29, said in the statement.“I want to apologize to everyone that I have alarmed and upset with my past behavior. I am committed to doing the necessary work to get back to a healthy, safe and productive stage in my life.”The decision to seek treatment comes after reports that Warner Bros.

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Tom Holland announces mental health break: ‘I spiral when I read’ social media

told his 67.7 million Instagram followers in a video.“I get caught up and I spiral when I read things about me online and ultimately it’s very detrimental to my mental state. So I decided to take a step back and delete the app.”A post shared by Tom Holland (@tomholland2013)Holland said making the video took him “about an hour” as he tried putting his thoughts into words.What’s more, the actor spoke out about a UK-based mental health charity for teenagers, named Stem4, which he’s a proud sponsor of through his family’s organization, The Brothers Trust.“There is an awful stigma against mental health and I know that asking for help and seeking help isn’t something that we should be ashamed of, but it is something that is much easier said than done,” he said in the three-minute-long clip.Holland thanked his fans for listening, telling them he will “disappear from Instagram again.”“I love you all — and I’ll speak to you soon,” he signed off.It wasn’t long before fans rushed to the comments section to send Holland their well-wishes.“Don’t worry we understand but we also gonna miss you,” wrote one fan, before another added, “It’s okaayyy tom, hope u have a great life.”“Man, you’re an inspiration to so many.

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Impact of the pandemic on the mental health of young people revealed

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in poorer mental health amongst young adults according to research carried out by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI).

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Top 3 questions – Sleep and mental health with Doctor Ruth Vine

Hear from Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, Dr Ruth Vine about what is considered normal sleep and things you can do to help improve your sleep and mental health. Hello, my name is Dr Ruth Vine, and I'm the Deputy Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Health for Mental Health. And today I'm gonna talk about the connection between mental health and sleep.

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Camila Cabello on mental health struggles: ‘Don’t bottle that s–t up’

Rolling Stone interview, the “Psychofreak” songstress opened up about how being completely honest on her new album “Familia” led her to a path of mental healing.“It just made me so much more open and vulnerable in my friendships, and then in my performances, and then in my interviews,” the 25-year-old singer said. “It had this domino effect on every other area of my life.”Cabello, who is Latina, said openly discussing mental health in some cultures can still be seen as “weak,” which is another reason she’s become so vocal.

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Selena Gomez will continue advocating for well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month

Selena Gomez prioritizing mental health is a must! The singer, actress, and businesswoman also dedicate her platform and use her voice to advise her fans to focus on their well-being. To create a conversation surrounding Mental Health Awareness Month, which kicks off on May 1, the 29-year-old star shared her steps to have a clear mindset and live an anxiety-free life.“For me, things like music, writing, and being with friends and family make me happy,” she told E! News, “so I surround myself with people and things that bring positivity and happiness to my life.”According to Selena, although she might face triggers learning how to get ahead of them helps her cope.

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Valerie Bertinelli says her mental health soared after she ditched the scale

body image, but she won’t let it get her down.The 61-year-old got candid about her mental health in a new essay she penned for New Beauty, published earlier this week.The “Hot in Cleveland” actress explained how her “mental and emotional health” greatly improved after she stopped weighing herself every day.She noted that she used to believe that “the number on the scale is never low enough — it’s always too high — so I’m going to just crawl under the covers and not have anyone see me until it is. I’ll be happy once all the weight is gone.”It was only after she finished scribing her memoir “Enough Already,” which hit bookshelves in January, that she decided to cease getting on the scale.“[It] was a big thing for me, and I haven’t gotten on a scale since,” she wrote in her essay.

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Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu reacted to the criticism for her weight and revealed her health problem

Harnaaz Sandhu has been getting criticism from some media outlets and beauty pageants fans for her weight. According to some social media users, her alleged weight gain has been noticeable since she won the popular contest last December. To set the record straight and stop the negative energy aimed at her, Sandhu took to social media to address the situation and reveal that she is facing a health problem.

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Lady Gaga shares ‘five golden rules’ to safely be there for someone struggling with mental health

Lady Gaga has made a constant effort to promote mental health among young people, advocating for the importance of accessible mental health resources, this time through her Born This Way Foundation.The 35-year-old star is joining forces with Canadian mental health charity Jack.org to launch the Be There Certificate, a free online mental health course in English, Spanish and French.“Sharing this resource with each of those young people and the world means everything to me and I share it as a way to remind myself and everyone else that we each have a role to play in being there for each other,” Gaga shared to People.Lady Gaga listed the “five golden rules” on how to safely be there for someone, “Number one, say what you see. Number two, show you care.

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‘Insecure’ actress Jaida Benjamin missing: Mental health crisis feared

sometimes worked as Jaida-Iman Benjamin, was last spotted at the intersection of Tujunga Avenue and Ventura Boulevard in the Studio City area on Saturday, February 19, according to a flyer by the Los Angeles Police Department. Benjamin, who reportedly suffers from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, is listed at 5-foot-3 and was seen wearing a purple crop top, pink jogging shorts and a pair of white sneakers.

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Tackling Mental Health with Early Intervention: Mr Gay New Zealand 2021

3 min read Mental health is one of the biggest issues affecting the rainbow community across the globe and now the current Mr Gay New Zealand is rolling his sleeves up and leading a project to tackle the problem head-on.

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Camila Cabello struggled with her mental health while writing a song for ‘Cinderella’

Camila Cabello that time arrived while writing one of the songs for her first movie, Cinderella. The 24-year-old singer, songwriter, and actress recently revealed she was going through a “really hard time.”“I don‘t think I know how to write in any way that isn’t personal to me,” she told Kid Cudi, Anderson .Paak and the Sparks Brothers during a conversation for The Hollywood Reporter’s Songwriter Roundtable.

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Olivia Rodrigo reveals the impact fame is having on her mental health

Olivia Rodrigo knows that fame has a dark side; therefore, she is cautiously navigating her spotlight. For the 18-year-old “Good 4 U” singer, living a happy and healthy life is imperative.

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Camila Cabello says she has been prioritizing her mental health after feeling ‘burned out’

Camila Cabello found a positive thing to do while in quarantine. The singer and actress revealed that she prioritized her mental health after feeling “burned out.”The 24-year-old “Havana” and “Don’t Go Yet” singer told Hunger Magazine that during these past 18 months, she has been able to work on her wellbeing.“I think I was burned out,” she told the publication.

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Arlo Parks calls for more mental health support in music industry: ‘There isn’t that framework to protect people’

who released her debut album this year, pointed out that it’s difficult for artists to feel that they can take a break.‘A lot of being an artist is becoming public facing and having your work become your livelihood and just being perceived a lot more and, from a lot of stories I’ve been told, there isn’t really that much support,’ she explained to Metro.co.uk after her wins at the AIM Awards.‘There isn’t that frame work to protect people and help them understand that they can talk to people about things and that their feelings are valid.

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Eva Longoria Bastón highlights farmworkers’ labor and invites them to take care of their mental health

Eva Longoria Bastón took social media to highlight farmworkers’ labor and invite them to take care of their mental health with a free resource. “It’s time we recognized and truly appreciated the farmworker community, who are often working long hours under harsh conditions,” the actress wrote.

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Simone Biles resume Tokyo Olympics participation after a much-needed mental health break

Simone Biles is back to the Tokyo Olympics. The gymnast will return to compete during the balance beam final on Tuesday after withdrawing to focus on her mental health.“We are so excited to confirm that you will see two U.S.

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Inside Simone Biles’ mental health: Anatomy of an Olympics breakdown

announced Tuesday that she was withdrawing from the team competition following a “stunning breakdown” at the 2020 Olympic Games, citing mental health issues — and not an injury — that were exacerbated by the pressure to be “head star” at the Tokyo Games.After her unexpected departure, the USA women’s gymnastics team ended up taking home the silver medal without 24-year-old Biles, a four-time Olympic gold medalist.After a fraught performance at Tokyo prelims on Monday, Biles already seemed to be hinting at a struggle.

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Survey reveals parents' concern over virus-related anxieties in children

Sixty percent of parents have identified anxiety as a long-term impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on their children's mental health.

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Naomi Osaka puts career on hold to take a mental health break

Naomi Osaka is taking a mental health break and withdraw from the Berlin WTA 5000 tournament, weeks after she pulled out of the French Open for the same reason. “We have received notification Naomi Osaka cannot start in Berlin.

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Young people under 'enormous strain' because of pandemic

Young people are under "enormous strain" because of the pandemic, an Oireachtas committee has heard, and urgent changes to support services are needed to avert a "surefire recipe for a mental health disaster".

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Mental health report: Vast majority of Ontarians experiencing negative emotions amid pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic. The report was released in time for Mental Health Week, which launched Monday.The report, which surveyed roughly 3,000 people across Ontario in January, says 84 per cent of adults said they were feeling worried, anxious, bored, stressed, lonely, isolated or sad.Data also suggests 76 per cent of Ontarians reported coping at least fairly well with the stress of the pandemic.

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Mental health services demand, wait lists steadily increasing amid third wave: Psychologist

‘Stay in touch,’ exercise, breathe: Combating mental health challenges during COVID-19 Unger also says the pandemic has forced many to turn back to mental health services.“Clients who had finished their work and were going without services are now calling up their psychologist from the past and saying I’m struggling again,” she said.Unger says with restrictions loosening in Manitoba in March, and the vaccine rollout underway, many were likely looking forward to a returning to a sense of normalcy this spring or summer.

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COMMENTARY: COVID-19 pandemic could be a tipping point in ending stigma around mental health care

My two teenage daughters were born in China. In December 2019, my youngest and I were in the thick of plans to return to her birthplace for March break.But rumblings of illness in Wuhan began.

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‘It’s gonna take time’: Canadians battle anxiety as they face post-pandemic life

For Carole Brown, everything about entering a post-pandemic future causes her anxiety to spike. The thought of eating inside of a restaurant or going to a house party — even when people are fully vaccinated — gives her “heart palpitations,” she says. Over the last several months, Brown says it’s been hard to navigate her anxiety and overall mental health.“I’m always the one who takes control and makes everybody safe… If you told me a year ago that this is the shape I would be in, I would have laughed,” she said.“I can’t imagine going to a concert again, I can’t imagine flying… I’ll probably wear a mask to travel and (when) in crowds.” Canadians reporting higher levels of anxiety, depression amid the pandemic Brown isn’t alone in these

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Managing mental and physical wellbeing during 3rd wave of COVID-19

COVID-19 forces continued isolation, many people wonder how much more they can take.Doctors said even after a year, the risks of COVID-19 remain, and continued vigilance is needed.“We need bold action, decisive action today to protect us,” said Dr. Michael Warner, director of critical care at Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto.Experts said people are being affected differently by the recent lockdown measures, in comparison to a year ago, arguing some of the fear of COVID-19 has subsided.One Toronto resident, Kira, shared her thoughts online in a Reddit post that quickly garnered attention.

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‘Nightmares and flashbacks’: Experts say COVID-19 patients are experiencing PTSD

Last December, 23-year-old Hannah Lohnes began having recurring nightmares of contracting COVID-19 and passing it on to her family. It had been a month since the Surrey, B.C.

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COMMENTARY: Why we also need a mental health ‘vaccine’ for COVID-19

increased risk of severe illness and death if they develop COVID-19. As such, several regions are rolling out vaccines according to age, with priority for older adults.

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COVID-19, lack of mental health support creating ‘dual pandemic’ for Indigenous Canadians

pandemic and its effects on those with mental illness and addictions.That’s according to a new report from a committee of MPs who spent the last year studying the effects of COVID-19 on Indigenous populations in Canada.Representatives from dozens of First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities and organizations painted a grim picture of the state of health and social infrastructure in their jurisdictions.They noted many Indigenous communities were already dealing with mental health, addictions and suicide crises before the pandemic.Now, people are more isolated than ever and access to mental health services has been hindered due to lockdowns, cancelled programming, closed public buildings and staff burnout.Limited access to therapy and

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Prince Harry gets his first job after leaving Royal Family business

Prince Harry has landed his first job since giving up his Royal Family duties, as the new chief impact officer for a tech company in California’s Silicon Valley.BetterUp, a company focused on employee coaching and mental health services, announced that it had hired Harry on Tuesday in an executive role. The Duke of Sussex’s spokesperson confirmed the new role in a statement to media.“As BetterUp’s first Chief Impact Officer, my goal is to lift up critical dialogues around mental health, build supportive and compassionate communities, and foster an environment for honest and vulnerable conversations,” Prince Harry said in a statement released by the company.

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‘The look on her face, I will never forget it’: Alberta father sheds pounds for daughter

Southpaw Boxing Gym.The gym was inspired by Murphy’s story and offered free training to help him reach his goal.So far, he’s lost roughly 160 lbs.“Looking back, I don’t even recognize that guy,” Murphy said.Murphy said he doesn’t have a goal weight in mind, he just wants to keep active and stay alive for his family.“I just want to keep running with her,” he said.“That little smile on her face is worth every minute.”Murphy survived a violent stabbing attack over two decades ago and credits paramedics for saving his life.“I had a punctured lung, lost half my muscle in my leg, 13 wounds in total.

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Eating disorders, substance abuse increasing in youth amid pandemic, says Hamilton hospital

COVID-19 pandemic safety measures in Ontario over the last year.A recent report from Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) which chronicles a four-month period (September to December 2020) during the pandemic, says the shared hypotheses among staff is that isolation, exercise risks, no school, and limited access to physicians are contributors to the negative changes tied to recent youth mental health issues.“We are all coping with multiple stressors brought on by the current pandemic,” says Dr. Paulo Pires from McMaster’s Child & Youth Mental Health Outpatient Services.

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Ontarians’ mental health has continued to deteriorate throughout COVID-19 pandemic: poll

COVID-19 pandemic has eroded residents’ already fragile emotional well-being.The plea comes after the third round of polling from the association’s Ontario branch, which sheds light on how those in the province have coped as the pandemic wears on.The chapter’s chief executive officer said the latest findings clearly illustrate the need for greater government investment.“It’s very worrying to see the trend lines on the mental health of Ontarians decreasing as significantly as they have since our last poll,” Camille Quenneville said in an interview. “…As service providers, it’s very alarming to think about what we’ll need to do to support the population.

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‘Burnout is real’: COVID-19 pandemic takes mental health toll on health-care workers

coronavirus pandemic arrives, the continuing health crisis is taking a toll on the mental health of those on the front lines.It is a busy afternoon in the ICU at Scarborough General Hospital. There are 37 beds, with nine COVID-19 patients to care for.

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‘Almost unsurvivable’: Meghan Markle breaks silence on mental health struggle

NOTE: This article may be triggering for some readers. Please read at your own discretion.In a candid interview with Oprah Winfrey, Meghan Markle went into great detail about her mental health and how it was impacted during her time with the royal family and a target of negative press. The 39-year-old spoke to Winfrey on Sunday during a two-hour special titled Oprah With Meghan and Harry.

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Managing burnout, building resilience strategies as pandemic stretches on

Alberta just marked one year since the first case of COVID-19 in the province, and it’s safe to say life hasn’t been the same since.How do we cope as the health crisis drags on?There is a difference between being tired and burnt out. Burnout: Here’s how to recognize the symptoms “When we think about burnout, this is the mental, emotional and physical exhaustion that we are experiencing now,” Dr.

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