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Mental Health

What is eco-paralysis? Climate anxiety is paralyzing youth mental health

As severe heatwaves, destructive wildfires, and unexpected floods reshape the physical landscape, the climate crisis is quietly triggering a profound psychological emergency. For an increasing number of people—particularly the younger generation—overwhelming fear regarding environmental destruction is moving past standard anxiety and hardening into a dangerous mental state known as "eco-paralysis".

01 Jun 2026-17:00
YouTube, Snap, TikTok settle school mental health lawsuit

YouTube, Snap and TikTok have reached settlements in a major lawsuit accusing social media companies of fueling youth addiction and worsening the mental health crisis among students.

16 May 2026-09:12
Robotic seal Sammy to help mental health patients in Kent

A robotic seal named Sammy is being piloted in Kent to explore whether mental health outpatient appointments can become more comfortable and effective for patients.

14 May 2026-09:55
Why young Europeans discuss mental health and personal issues with AI chatbots?

Nearly one in two young people in Europe have used AI chatbots to discuss intimate or personal matters, as the technology increasingly serves as a source of emotional support, an Ipsos ‌BVA survey showed on Tuesday.

05 May 2026-16:57
The six core elements of mental health identified by experts

A comprehensive review published on April 22, 2026, defines mental health through six essential pillars that go beyond the simple absence of illness.

22 Apr 2026-09:08
Massive study finds cannabis and tobacco use linked to shrinking brain size

Smoking and drug use are often discussed in terms of lung health or addiction, but a new study shows that these habits may also change the brain itself.

08 Apr 2026-15:04
ChatGPT as a therapist? New study reveals serious ethical risks

As increasing numbers turn to ChatGPT and other large language models for mental health guidance, new research indicates that these AI chatbots may not yet be suitable for that purpose.

10 Mar 2026-23:50
Woman suing Meta, YouTube over social media addiction takes the stand at trial

A California woman is set to testify in court on Wednesday about how using Meta Platforms’ Instagram and Google’s YouTube as a child affected her mental health, as her landmark trial in Los Angeles continues.

25 Feb 2026-22:01
Meta, TikTok and YouTube face trial over youth mental health

Meta Platforms, TikTok, and YouTube will face courtroom scrutiny this week over claims that their platforms are contributing to a youth mental health crisis, as the national debate over children’s screen time moves into a new legal phase.

26 Jan 2026-16:46
WHO: 67 million people in crisis zones suffer from mental health disorders

The World Health Organization (WHO) warned Friday that an estimated 67 million people living amid conflict, disasters, or displacement are struggling with mental health conditions, urging the international community to treat mental health support as a life-saving priority in humanitarian responses.

10 Oct 2025-16:43