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How to cope with holiday loneliness

If the holidays feel a little different this year, you're definitely not alone. Hailey Gravitt talks to a Las Vegas local who shares his message for those who might be coping with loneliness this season.

Scripps Local

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New book chronicles man's survival of brain cancer

Robert Brams writes about his battle with brain cancer in the new book, "Forever Optimistic." Brams joined CBS News to talk about the book and his journey.

CBS America

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How parents can help teens develop healthy social media, phone habits

Helping teens develop healthy habits around social media use and screen time is important when they first receive a smartphone. Pediatric psychologist Ann-Louise Lockhart, an Instagram brand spokesperson and author of the new book "Love ...

CBS News

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Notes From The Mindfield explores psychological effects of today

The current exhibit at TAP Centre for Creativity features a series of paintings from the mind of local artist and designer Andrew Lewis. Notes From The Mindfield is an exploration of the psychological and social effects of our time since...

CBC News

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Using faith to combat addiction

Dr. Tim Murphy, former Republican Congressman from Pennsylvania, joins to discuss the importance of faith for many who are dealing with the disease of addiction.

Newsmax

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UBC study finds mindfulness could reduce problematic smartphone use

A recent report says 95 percent of Canadian adults have a smartphone. That stat, coupled with the rise of social media and some people spending hours a day on their devices, has given way to problematic smartphone use.

CBC News

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Clowns bring laughter to children in Turkish earthquake zone

In Antakya, Turkey, artists bring laughter and creativity to children still coping with trauma from the devastating 2023 earthquakes.

DW News

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Canada approves drug to treat postpartum depression

WARNING: Video contains discusssion of suicide | Health Canada has approved the first drug meant to specifically treat postpartum depression. The medication is designed to treat moderate to severe cases and can help relieve symptoms in a...

CBC News

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Stitching comfort with fashion for neurodiversity

CBS News' Tina Kraus meets a young woman in the U.K. powering through her own mental health challenges while inspiring others to embrace what makes them different. Millie Haywood says her Mentally Unstitched fashion brand offers "comfort...

CBS News

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TikTok's new wellness features spark concern

TikTok is pitching its new wellness features as a win for young users’ health, but some fear it's a sign tech companies are taking another step toward monopolizing downtime in order to collect more data.

CBC News

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Researchers warn about real risks of social media "brain rot"

New research suggests there are real health risks from heavy use of popular social media apps like TikTok and Instagram.

CBS News

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Australia’s social media ban prompts mental health concerns

For many Australian teens, social media isn’t just entertainment — it’s a lifeline to friends and communities that understand them. As the country’s world-first ban takes effect on December 10, young people fear losing those connections ...

Reuters

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Airline pilots hide mental health struggles to keep flying

Reuters spoke to airline pilots at U.S. and foreign carriers who said that they were reluctant to disclose mental health issues - even minor or treatable ones - fearing immediate grounding and a lengthy, costly medical review that could ...

Reuters

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Bipolar disorder: How to manage the mental condition

Erratic sleep, risky behaviors, and mood swings—are these signs of bipolar disorder? This complex mental health condition affects millions worldwide. In this episode, Emelia Agblevo shares her journey through manic highs.

DW News

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New details about National Guard shooting suspect's mental health

CBS News has learned new details about the suspect accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, D.C. As Nicole Sganga reports, Rahmanullah Lakanwal's former immigration case worker said that his mental cond...

CBS News

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War photographer on finding peace and healing in Paris

Photojournalist Peter Turnley has documented some of the world's major conflicts for decades. Barry Petersen shows us how Turnley finds peace in the beauty of Paris. Turnley's work can be found at www.peterturnley.com

CBS News

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Mental health in the flawless world of fashion

Designer Dennis Chuene is open about being diagnosed with depression – a bold move in the cut-throat world of fashion.

DW News

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How dogs help Ukraine's war victims

In Ukraine, dogs are more than pets, offering comfort and help to people struggling with the war's lasting effects.

DW News

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How to manage holiday stress and family tension

How to manage holiday stress and family tension, according to a clinical psychologist.

Scripps Local

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Young adults share mental health stories with high schoolers

Generation S.O.S. is bringing young adults who’ve faced mental health and substance-use challenges into high schools to speak openly with students. The program aims to break stigma, encourage honest conversations, and offer early support.

CBS America

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Virginia jail aims to break cycles of addiction among inmates

A jail in Virginia has found a way to break the cycle of recidivism, where people relapse into criminal behavior and end up back behind bars. As Mark Strassmann reports, for many inmates, escaping the confinement of jail often begins wit...

CBS America

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Program for veterans with PTSD uses horses to help them heal

The nonprofit War Horses for Veterans near Kansas City welcomes combat veterans for a nearly weeklong, all-expense-paid experience. Veterans take the reins, connect with others and learn to move forward from PTSD.

CBS America

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Ten years on, survivors struggle with trauma of Paris terror attacks

France is preparing to commemorate on Thursday the 10th anniversary of the Paris terror attacks by the so-called Islamic State group.

Euronews

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Alzheimer's may be preventable if treated before symptoms appear, study suggests

For the first time, a study suggests Alzheimer's may be preventable if treatment begins before symptoms appear. Dr. Jon LaPook spoke with Dr. Randall Bateman, who is leading the clinical trial.

CBS America

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Gaza: 80% of young people show signs of 'severe trauma'

For more than two years, Gaza's children have witnessed the horrors of genocide - and experienced its devastating consequences. Tens of thousands have been left with life changing physical injuries. And the mental health toll has been ov...

Al Jazeera

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Alzheimer’s drug that slows early stages approved in Canada

A drug called lecanemab that has been shown to slow early stages of Alzheimer’s disease has been conditionally approved by Health Canada, but there are still questions about its availability.

CBC News

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Sober communities thrive as U.S. alcohol use declines

With alcohol consumption at record lows, sober-friendly spaces and businesses are flourishing across the U.S., offering social alternatives for a growing number of non-drinkers.

CBS America

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Juror opens up about facing trauma after serving on murder trial

Less than half a million will serve on violent criminal cases, including murder. But counseling and mental health services offered to jurors after those verdicts are rare.

CBS America

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Visiting art galleries can lower stress markers, UK study finds

Looking at original paintings in a gallery lowered stress and inflammation markers in as little as 20 minutes, a small experiment at London's Courtauld Gallery found, according to researchers at King's College London.

Reuters

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What's driving Americans' growing stress

A new survey from the American Psychiatric Association finds most adults feel anxious about the state of the world. Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to break down the findings and offer practical ways to protect your mental health.

CBS America