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Germany: Experts warn COVID taking heavy toll on youth mental health

While not as at risk to the disease as adults, youths may be more vulnerable to the collateral mental health effects of the pandemic, warned experts.

Residences

Can virtual wellness retreats really compete with a beach in Bali?

What it's like taking part in a wellness retreat from your living room.

The Cube

Youtube videos of students studying in bid to end effects of isolation

This trend has caught students from all countries seeking company as they work through the health crisis alone.

Conscious Travel

Why sleeping outdoors under the stars is good for mind, body and soul

Sleeping in the great outdoors has been shown to have surprising mental health benefits.

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World

Younger people subject to mental health issues amid COVID pandemic

The shutting of schools, disruption of daily life, paired with reduced social interaction and uncertainty over the future has increased the pressure on many young people.

France

'Lonely and worried': French students on COVID's mental health toll

One student poll in France found 72% had suffered recent psychological distress and more than a third had had depressive symptoms.

World

It's National Hugging Day, but how do you do it safely?

Millions of us have been living with severe restrictions and orders to stay socially distanced. But this can lead to 'touch starvation'. Find out more.

Earth News

Euroviews. Golf isn’t just old white men damaging the planet: A rebuttal

Writer and founder of The Club Ryan Curtis responds to last week's op-ed which called for the end of golf.

Earth News

Over 60% of adults have found relief from COVID-stress in nature

WWF and the Mental Health Foundation have launched a guidebook exploring what nature can do for us and we can do for nature.

Europe News

Clown doctors show laughter is the best medicine, but they need help

Some went online, others also performed in front of windows, balconies and courtyards. Europe's clown doctors even used hydraulic lifts to reach patients on the upper floors of clinics. But fundraising events to support such work has been hit by lockdowns.

Cry Like A Boy

Podcast | Solutions to domestic violence from Burundi to Europe Pt. 2

After hearing the testimonies of the Abatangamuco, the men who changed the way they interact with their wifes, we are discussing their role in achieving gender equality in Burundi, but also what their experience can teach everyone in the world.

France

Doctor wants a greater focus on mental health fallout from COVID-19

"As a doctor, I see a lot of very distressed people coming into my office," he said. "The way the government and politicians talk about the virus is making people anxious and that's a big problem."

Mexico

Coronavirus: Mexico becomes 4th country to hit 100,000 COVID-19 deaths

With only 2.5 million tests carried out in a country of 130 million, the pandemic is taking a psychological toll on Mexicans who face a struggle to encourage people to take precautions against the virus.

Cry Like A Boy

Podcast | Solutions to domestic violence from Burundi to Europe

After hearing the testimonies of the Abatangamuco, the men who changed the way they live with their wives, we are discussing their role in achieving gender equality in Burundi, but also what their experience can teach people around the world. #InternationalMensDay

World News

COVID-19 medical staff burning out at alarming rate

Many health workers are traumatised by the suffering and grief they see on a daily basis.

World News

One in five COVID-19 patients diagnosed with mental health issues

Euronews spoke to one of the authors of the study, Dr Max Taquet.

World News

World Mental Health Day: One in two say COVID-19 impacting well-being

One in six Europeans already suffered from mental illness before the COVID-19 pandemic.

United Kingdom

Coronavirus: Depression in the UK officially doubled during lockdown

One in five British adults experienced depressive symptoms in June as the country was under lockdown. Prior to the pandemic, fewer than one in ten reported such symptoms.

Smart Regions

6 things to know about loneliness in Europe

More and more Europeans reported feeling lonely during the COVID-19 lockdown. But loneliness isn't a new problem in Europe. Here's what you need to know: #SmartRegions

Earth News

Euroviews. Nature shouldn’t be a 'white space': Why I took Black girls camping

Tianna Johnson on why black girls don't go camping and how exploring the great outdoors is a form of privilege.