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The Lancet Psychiatry Commission on mental health in Ukraine

Scientific article
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Executive summary: The Russian invasion and annexation of eastern Ukraine and Crimea in 2014, along with the ongoing war since February, 2022, have inflicted incalculable damage to Ukraine with many deaths and injuries, massive population...

Considering the Youth

Opinion piece, commentary
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Youth is defined by the United Nations, as the age between 15 and 24. This period represents a period of remarkable change for individuals, where they must move from a dependence on parent figures to establishing their own identity and independence.
Youth is defined by the United Nations, as the age between 15 and 24.  This period represents a period of remarkable change for individuals, where they must move from a dependence on parent figures to establishing their own identity and independence.

Reflections on Mental Health Day 2024

Opinion piece, commentary
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I outline some thoughts in reflection of Mental Health Day 2024, and share some resources to help us think through what mental health means for us and our workplaces and some of the factors that may have an impact on our well-being.
World Health Organization infographic about supporting mental health in the workplace.  The recommendations include learning about stress management techniques, watching for changes in your mental health, and reaching out to a colleagues, friend, or a health worker for support if you need it.

SHE RECOVERS: A CELEBRATION OF RESILIENCE, HOPE AND SISTERHOOD

News
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When women gather, emotions tend to swell. But on this particular day at the Empower Her Recovery Centre- Nueva Annex, the tears that flowed were not of pain or struggle. They were tears of triumph. It was September 27th September 2024, and...
Women in Recovery in Kenya