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Despite headlines and studies showing that digital media use is having a negative impact on young people’s mental health, the number of young people using social media continues to grow every year.A majority of teens describe their social media use as “almost constant,” according to a recent Pew Research Center survey, which noted that social media use helps teens be more self-aware of their own limits, rather than relying on curfews or other restrictions set by parents.YouTube is the most popular platform among teens at 93%, followed by TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram. The study also found that teens’ use of…

Retinol is scientifically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation and is commonly referred to as the “gold standard” in skin care.GQ magazine says the ingredient boasts “almost magical properties” and has built a reputation as one of the industry’s “most effective ingredients.”According to The Independent, retinol has long been a “beauty buzzword,” but its status as skincare’s holy grail is under threat as new EU laws limit the concentrations of retinol allowed in over-the-counter products. apply 1 week Escape the echo chamber. Get the facts behind the news and analysis from different perspectives. Subscribe and…

When you’re scrolling through your 15th “It Girl” content creator, you can get bored. Although there are plenty of portrayals of destructive fast fashion and harmful stereotypes, there is also positive content on mastering a fashion-forward yet classic aesthetic. Instead of investing in material things this summer, embrace the era of health and wellness. Pickleball has become so popular that courts are popping up all over town. Stillwater has indoor and outdoor courts, and Oklahoma City has plenty, including one at Chicken ‘n Pickle, a business based around the sport. Hot girl walking is all the rage, even if it’s…

Dr. Michael Barnard’s new book, “Wisdom Of The (S)AGES,” is published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.In his 48-year quest for personal and spiritual betterment after participating in a recovery program, Dr. Michael Barnard has read hundreds of books of all religions and philosophies. In this book, Wisdom for (S)Ages, he has selected 30 books by 30 of the wisest speakers and authors he has ever encountered and blends their philosophies and beliefs with his own to provide the reader with the best spiritual wisdom possible. Michael’s hope is that this wisdom will provide insight and guidance to a more rewarding…

On Monday, June 3, Pope Francis met with participants of the Interreligious Council of the Focolare Movement in the Clementino Hall. The Pope stressed that in times of conflict, “religion is often misused to stoke divisions.” Below is the English version of the Pope’s address. Dear Brothers and Sisters, good morning! I greet the President of the Focolare Movement. I convey my heartfelt prayers for your country in this time of suffering. I also warmly welcome all the participants of this interreligious conference. I thank the Marian Project for persevering in the journey begun by Chiara Lubich to promote unity…

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Paray-le-Monial, eastern France, is preparing for a three-day celebration during the Jubilee period, from December 27, 2024 to June 27, 2025. On June 5, Pope Francis announced that a new papal document dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is in preparation and is due to be published in September. His announcement comes as the Church commemorates 350 years since Christ appeared to the Visitation nun, Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-1690), of Paray-le-Monial, when Christ asked her to establish the Feast of the Sacred Heart. Between December 1673 and June 1675, she received…

MIAMI VALLEY — There’s a new focus on men’s mental health.June is men’s mental health month, with figures showing that one in 25 men suffer from depression and one in eight are affected by anxiety.News Center 7’s Nick Foley spoke with Julie Manuel from Kettering Health’s Behavioral Health Center.”You know, societal wisdom is that if you can pick yourself up and get back to work quickly, you’ll be fine,” she said.Manuel says there’s now a lot more attention being paid to the growing trend of men suffering from some sort of mental illness, coupled with the fact that men are…

The hot and harsh summer months take a toll on your skin and it needs a little extra care. Check out these tips from Shahnaz Husain. Moisturizing masks are great for your skin and are extremely important during the summer when skin can get dry. Hydration is extremely important to keep your skin healthy, especially in the summer when the heat and humidity take their toll on your skin. A key part of summer skincare is keeping your skin hydrated to keep it supple, radiant, and strong against external factors. We’ve always been taught that hydration is essential for skin…

DISTRICT – Area schools have seen a steadily growing need for assistance to ensure students have enough food to get through the day.It has been observed that an increasing number of students are coming to school without adequate food or, in some cases, no food at all.One source of funding for the past five years is no longer available to New Liskeard Public School (NLPS) and many other area schools.For NLPS, the amount they didn’t receive this year accounted for about one-third of their annual costs.At the same time, food costs are rising.Kelly Howard, a child and youth counselor who…

People with the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may be able to slow cognitive decline through diet and exercise, according to a new study.Participants who combined a daily aerobic exercise with a plant-based diet slowed cognitive decline, while control participants who kept their habits stuck to their roots saw their memory and thinking skills deteriorate, according to a study published Friday in the journal Alzheimer’s Research & Treatment. The study was designed by physician-researcher Dean Ornish, and strict diet and lifestyle recommendations to fight chronic disease have long been controversial among medical researchers.The researchers cautioned that their results would need…