Meta must face state lawsuits in the US for teenage addiction to social networks

Meta must face state lawsuits in the US for teenage addiction to social networks

Facebook parent company Meta must face lawsuits filed by US states who accuse him of fueling mental health problems among teenagers by making his Facebook and Instagram platforms addictive, a federal judge in California ruled Tuesday. Oakland-based U.S. District Judge Yvonne González Rogers denied Meta’s request to dismiss claims made by the states in two … Read more

Hans Kluge – WHO: “Young people are vulnerable to digital addiction” –

Hans Kluge – WHO: “Young people are vulnerable to digital addiction”
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Teenagers’ relationships with the world and people (that is, their family and friends) are constantly weakened as they immerse themselves in the world of the Internet and social media. One in 9 teenagers internationally (in Greece the percentage is 13% in the age group of 11-15 years) is classified in the “problematic occupation” category, thus … Read more

The network knew about its addictive effects on young people but decided to ignore it

The network knew about its addictive effects on young people but decided to ignore it

Attendance rather than prevention. TikTok teams had identified harmful effects of the platform on young users, but limited prevention measures. This is what internal documents revealed this Friday by American Public Radio in Kentucky reveal. The documents were mentioned in the subpoena from the Kentucky prosecutor, jointly with twelve other American states and the prosecutor … Read more

Mental health recovery: the strength is within you – rts.ch

Mental health recovery: the strength is within you – rts.ch

Mental health recovery is more than just the disappearance of symptoms; it is a profound transformation that allows individuals to regain control of their lives, find purpose and thrive despite obstacles. This seemingly simple concept represents a radical change in the support provided to people living with disorders. By emphasizing hope, empowerment, and the resources … Read more

Emirates Health: Psychological support for families of patients with addiction

Emirates Health: Psychological support for families of patients with addiction

Maryam Boukhatameen (Dubai)Al Amal Hospital for Mental Health, affiliated to Emirates Health Services Corporation, is keen to support the family of a patient with drug addiction, by organizing a series of events and activities, as well as holding shops -work, conferences and media campaigns aimed at promotion. awareness of how to treat and support patients … Read more

What are the real health risks?

What are the real health risks?

The European Commission has called on member states to tighten their regulations and ban smoking in outdoor areas. An appeal that concerns cigarettes but also e-cigarettes. But is the electronic cigarette, which contains neither tar nor carbon monoxide, dangerous for health? This is what English researchers tried to find out. They then do to conduct … Read more

millions of French people invited to carry out their “prevention assessment” for free

millions of French people invited to carry out their “prevention assessment” for free

Health authorities are launching the free “Prevention Check-up” program to raise awareness among 21 million French people about adopting behaviors that are beneficial to their health. This campaign targets four age groups to identify potential health problems, both physical and mental. At the end of their appointment with a health professional, participants will have an … Read more

A royal expert reveals concern about the health of Charles III: “He will give his remaining time to the Crown”

A royal expert reveals concern about the health of Charles III: “He will give his remaining time to the Crown”

Britain’s King Charles III on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, following the July 29 attack at a children’s dance class. (Paul Ellis/Pool via AP) 2024 is not being a good year for the British Royal Family. Last February, Buckingham issued a statement announcing that the King had been diagnosed with cancer while receiving prostate treatment; however, … Read more

The Ministry of Well being reveals particulars of the opioid substitution therapy program

The Ministry of Well being reveals particulars of the opioid substitution therapy program

Walid Abdel Salam wrote Saturday, June 29, 2024 11:36 PM Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesman, confirmed To the Ministry of Well being and the IndividualsThe opioid substitution therapy program is a guiding framework to help the state in combating habit, throughout the framework of affirming a human rights perspective for prevention, therapy companies, … Read more

The Ministry of Well being reveals essential suggestions for recovering from drug abuse.. particulars

The Ministry of Well being reveals essential suggestions for recovering from drug abuse.. particulars

Walid Abdel Salam wrote Sunday, June 30, 2024 12:00 am present up Ministry of Well being Residents have a set of suggestions for restoration Take medicineIt consisted of the next factors: 1- Adhering to the therapy plan with the specialist physician 2- Keep away from tough conditions that trigger psychological and nervous stress – Don’t … Read more