Tech"Companies don't care if you develop a distorted self-image", says psychiatrist Anders Hansen.
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Bizarre children’s series described as “digital drug”
CultureThe dopamine-fueled show "Cocomelon" is making toddlers highly addicted – parents warn of its effects.
Majority of Swedish children suffer from climate anxiety
SwedenMost children in Sweden suffer from climate-related anxiety, which psychologists describe as “a reasonable and adequate reaction".
Sauna use linked to improved health and well-being
HealthThey are happier, sleep better and have more energy, according to Swedish study.
Australia prepares to introduce a 16-year age limit for social media
TechExpected to be presented in parliament next week.
ADHD medication increases risk of psychosis
ScienceUS researchers are urging greater caution when prescribing these drugs.
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New York passes laws to protect children from social media
TechSocial media apps are responsible for turning "happy kids into depressed teens" according to New York Governor Kathy Hochul.
Four out of ten young Norwegians have had suicidal thoughts
Norway- I was surprised that it was so bad, says Adrian Lorentsson, head of the Norwegian youth mental health organization Mental Helse Ungdom.
Study examines mental health benefits of starting school later in the day
SwedenHigh school students in Borås will be allowed to start at nine o'clock during the fall semester.
Lonely children more likely to experience psychosis
ScienceThe risk of psychosis in adulthood was 117% higher in children who experienced loneliness in childhood.
Foreign women rarely seek mental health care in Norway
NorwayImmigrant women from EU countries, Eastern Europe, and East and Southeast Asia are the least likely to seek psychiatric help.
More US children in psychiatric care during covid crisis
HealthThe period also saw an increase in the number of children diagnosed with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, research shows.
Swedish girls more depressed than boys
Sweden37% of the girls often feel sad or depressed - compared to 13% of the boys.
More Swedish children call Bris helpline – worried about school, self-harm, violence
SwedenMany of the conversations were about gang crime and how the children were worried about their own lives or the safety of their family members.
More Danish police need mental health support
DenmarkSignificant increase over the last two years.
Study: Lockdowns lead to mental health problems in children
HealthChildren who have endured the coronavirus restrictions are at an increased risk for emotional and behavioral problems, according to a new study at Oxford University.
Increase in ADHD diagnoses in Norway during coronavirus policy
NorwayDiagnosed among young women doubled.
Less time on social media can improve well-being
Science"When people reduce their social media use, their lives can improve in many ways", says psychology professor Phil Reed.
Swedes under growing financial pressure
EconomyLeads to sleep problems, mental illness and deteriorating family relations.
Survey reveals varied impact of mental health problems on work performance
The Nordics46% of respondents believe that a lack of work-life balance is the main source of stress.
After the covid restrictions: more children in psychiatric emergency wards
World"may be a result of continued pandemic-related stresses", according to researchers.
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