Do kids and teens spend too much time on social media? Most people over the age of 25 and parents would say yes, but while the use of social media is far from being all bad, it is time to consider what impact prolonged use can have on mental health. The Growing Use Of Social Media Social media is a part of life. People of all ages have their favourite influencers or podcasts, while as many as one in three people under 30 years of age have stated that they want to ditch tradit

Can a chatbot really replace a therapist? As AI tools like Woebot and ChatGPT move into the world of mental health, it’s time to ask how far technology can go in supporting our wellbeing. The Rise of AI for Emotional Support Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a normal part of daily life, from education and entertainment to healthcare and emotional support. Research has shown that people are increasingly turning to AI bots for emotional support, both to cope with everyda

In a world that never switches off, neither do our minds. From hybrid work to social media and the 24-hour news cycle, our lives are increasingly defined by constant connectivity. There’s always another message, another meeting, another update. While technology has made us more flexible and accessible than ever, it has also blurred the line between work and rest and it’s taking a silent toll on our psychological wellbeing. The Rise of the “Always On” Mindset Modern working li

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