mental health
Belfast rap trio Kneecap has released their powerful single 'Irish Goodbye' featuring Kae Tempest, accompanied by a 12-minute short film exploring themes of grief, loss, depression, and suicide. Penned by member Móglaí Bap following his mother's death in 2020, the track is the fourth single from their upcoming album FENIAN, due out this Friday, May 1, via Heavenly Recordings, and stars Irish actors Deirdre O’Kane and Liam Cunningham.
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Brandon Barash, ex-husband of 'General Hospital' star Kirsten Storms, has been granted an emergency restraining order against her amid concerns over her mental health and their daughter's safety. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, a judge agreed she's experiencing a mental health crisis. Kirsten is now limited to supervised visitation.
New research reveals that severe childhood hardships may increase levels of the protein SGK1 in the brain, potentially explaining lifelong mental health issues like depression. Scientists found higher SGK1 activity in the hippocampus of individuals with trauma histories, and inhibiting the protein in mice reduced stress effects. This discovery could lead to targeted treatments, though human applications remain distant.
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A new study in the Netherlands suggests that banning smartphones in schools could lead to increased emotional loneliness among some students, particularly those with social vulnerabilities. Researchers surveyed students before and after a nationwide ban took effect in January 2024. While social loneliness remained stable overall, emotional isolation slightly rose, highlighting potential unintended mental health impacts.