Chengdu Designer SAN3 Crafts Toys to Mend Lonely Hearts
Chengdu designer SAN3 creates therapeutic toys addressing modern loneliness through emotionally resonant animal characters, blending play with mental health awareness.
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Fact Check: Trump’s Border Claim Debunked in Charlotte Murder Case
President Trump’s claim linking a Charlotte murder to ‘open borders’ is factually incorrect; the suspect is a U.S. native with a history of mental illness.
Horse Therapy Gains Momentum Ahead of Lunar New Year 2026
Equine-assisted therapy emerges as a key rehabilitation tool globally, gaining cultural relevance as Asia approaches the Year of the Horse celebrations.
Canada Mourns After Rare School Shooting Leaves Nine Dead
A tragic school shooting in British Columbia leaves nine dead, including the 18-year-old suspect, highlighting mental health and gun control debates.
Gas Explosion Triggers Evacuation at New Hampshire Mental Health Facility
A gas explosion at a New Hampshire mental health facility on February 2, 2026, forced evacuations and disrupted critical services. Investigation ongoing.
Working Mothers Worldwide Grapple with Work-Life Balance: New Data Reveals Mental Health Impact
New data highlights the challenges faced by working mothers in balancing career and family, revealing a significant impact on mental health. This issue resonates globally, affecting women across Asia and beyond.
Japan Sees Persistent High Rate of Youth Suicides in 2023: Government Report
Japan faces a persistent challenge as youth suicides remain near record highs in 2023, with 513 students taking their own lives according to a government report, highlighting urgent mental health concerns.
Dr Xu Lin Advocates Holistic Care on World Mental Health Day
On World Mental Health Day, Dr Xu Lin from Shanghai Jiao Tong University emphasizes the importance of holistic patient care, highlighting the need to address both physical and psychological health needs.
California Enacts Smartphone Restrictions in Schools Amid Mental Health Concerns
California Governor Gavin Newsom signs a law requiring schools to limit smartphone use, aiming to address mental health concerns among students and enhance focus on academics.
South Korea’s Initiatives to Aid Socially Withdrawn Youth Reintegrate into Society
South Korean municipalities are initiating programs to help socially withdrawn youths, known as hikikomori, reintegrate into society and combat isolation.
Lexi Thompson Announces Semi-Retirement Ahead of U.S. Women’s Open
Lexi Thompson announces she will step back from the LPGA Tour after this year, citing mental health considerations ahead of the U.S. Women’s Open.
Former U.S. Drone Operator Reveals Inner Turmoil After Afghan Strikes
Former U.S. drone operator Brandon Bryant reveals his inner turmoil after conducting drone strikes in Afghanistan, expressing deep disgust and self-hatred over his actions.
Brazilian Nurse Turns Long COVID Battle into Mental Health Advocacy
Brazilian nurse Thuany Silva turns her struggle with long COVID into a mission to study its mental health impact, highlighting the psychological challenges faced by patients and healthcare workers.
Barcelona Therapist Finds New Rhythm in Rural Life Amid Pandemic
Barcelona-based therapist Javiera Morales Daviu embraces rural life and online therapy to find new balance amid the pandemic.
Former U.S. Drone Operator Shares Guilt Over Military Actions
Brandon Bryant, a former U.S. Air Force drone operator, shares his experiences and the lasting impact of thousands of drone missions in conflict zones.
Coping with the Mental Health Impact of COVID-19 in Asia
A look into how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting mental health in Asia and strategies to cope with the psychological challenges during these uncertain times.
Spanish Psychologist’s Remote Therapy Offers Hope to COVID-19 Patients Worldwide
Spanish psychologist Ariadna Garcia offers remote therapy to COVID-19 patients, helping them cope with illness and loss through virtual support.
Psychologist Wang Yi: A Beacon of Hope in Wuhan’s COVID-19 Battle
Psychologist Wang Yi dedicated herself to supporting Wuhan’s residents during the peak of COVID-19, providing critical psychological aid and symbolizing hope as the city faced unprecedented challenges.