Medicine & TechnologyThousands of experts and citizens around the world have signed the Great Barrington Declaration to go against lockdown measures. However, other experts believe that herd immunity is not the best answer in beating the pandemic as millions are affected and have already lost their lives to the virus.
Researchers use smartphones to discover a link between spiritual experiences and mental health. Using SoulPulse, sociologists have associated how more spiritual experiences were associated with better mental well-being.
As September ends, there have been more than 33 million recorded cases of COVID-19, with more than seven million of them coming from the United States alone. Aside from the setback experienced by the American people in terms of livelihood, healthcare, and education, the coronavirus pandemic has also severely affected the mental health of Americans.
Alcohol consumption in the United States has significantly increased during the pandemic. Experts raise concerns over physical and mental health issues, particularly in women.
A study from the University of Oregon examines the possible stereotypical link between sleep habits and masculinity, aiming to understand why men, on average, reportedly get less sleep than women.
Working from home allows employees to balance caring responsibilities and other non-work commitments with work demands, as well as reducing commute times and decreasing job-related stress. The benefits to organisations include increased productivity, and a greater flexibility from staff to meet employer needs such as conference calls outside core office hours.
Sundar Pichai said that Google has begun making changes to their offices to support their returning employees after the pandemic, preparing the company for "hybrid models" of work.
A man's feeling of needing a "man cave" is connected to an emotional level and is also considered a form of self-expression. More recently, women have been seeking the female equivalent, or what is more popularly known as a "she shed."
Now that the United States gets to decide its future through electing its leaders, with the right to suffrage, or voting, being one of the rights granted by the Constitution. However, aside from the human rights and civic duty involved, the very act of casting votes can also offer benefits to one's mental health.
Friends and family that make up our closest relationships make up a significant part of our happiness. A study reveals the importance of activities done with friends, family, and kids, and how these affect our levels of happiness.