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Mental health under strain: Spain lags Europe in access to psychologists

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Cinema

'Backrooms': Everything you need to know about liminal horror

Ever been in an empty corridor which seems to stretch on forever, or found yourself in a deserted room that feels "off"? An upcoming film taps into "liminality", an important concept in architecture, psychology and anthropology. Here's everything you need to know about 'Backrooms'.

Iran

Iranian TV teaches viewers to shoot as IRGC ramps up child recruitment

Iranian state TV has broadcast live weapons training, including simulated shooting at Trump, Netanyahu and the UAE flag, as the IRGC formally recruits children as young as 12 for checkpoints.

Food and Drink

Chips are more delicious when stolen from someone else, study finds

Whether you're the person taking another person's chips or the victim of such an act, a new study offers an explanation: stolen food tends to taste more ap-peeling.

Europe in Motion

How do therapy costs compare around Europe?

European workers under stress often consider seeing a therapist, but can most people actually afford it? Who is most likely to get burnt out?

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Tech News

Using AI for tasks may erode intellect in just 10 minutes, study shows

Participants who used AI to solve basic math and reading comprehension questions did worse than their peers who did not rely on the technology, a new study found.

wellbeing

What happens to your brain after seven days of meditation?

Scientists noted that the findings show conscious experience and physical health are intertwined, and can be harnassed to promote well-being in new ways.

World News

Shocking figures: Every fifth young German wants to emigrate

No future in Germany? Jobs, housing, finances - 20% of young Germans hope for better living conditions abroad. According to a recent study, 41% of 14 to 29-year-old Germans are even interested in emigrating in the long term.

Health news

Just thinking about tequila can put you in a party mood, study finds

A new study finds that thinking about different types of alcohol can influence mood and mindset, even without drinking.

Health news

Climate change's impact on mental health: What is eco-anxiety?

Eco-anxiety is "a term that encompasses the set of emotional responses of the population to the anticipation and experience of phenomena associated with climate change," explained psychologist Teresa Pereira to Euronews. How do you manifest (and deal with) these negative feelings?

Earth News

Apes can use their imagination and ‘play pretend’ - finds study

Scientists sat across from a 43-year-old bonobo called Kanzi to have an imaginary tea party. Here’s what happened.

Euronews Tech Talks

Is it safe to use ChatGPT as a therapist? |Euronews Tech Talks podcast

Little is still known about the relationship between humans, therapy, and AI chatbots, yet these tools are being used by some people seeking psychological support. What are the risks? Are there any benefits?

Smart Regions

Czech Republic: Pioneering postnatal support project for families at psychosocial risk wins award

In partnership with the European Commission

Breastfeeding difficulties, depression, violence... A pioneering project in the Czech Republic offers psychosocial support for mothers. The first step is a simple questionnaire, which nurses give them a day or two after giving birth.

Healthcare

How US Olympians are protecting their mental health for the games

As the Winter Olympic Games approach, the United States team is helping its athletes to focus on mental health, prioritise sleep, and resilience over medals.

Climate

‘Psychological bias’ to climate change risks slowing progress - study

Scientists warn that our understanding and perception of climate-fuelled risks are “limited and flawed”.

Health news

Can't beat the clock? Is being chronically late a sign of ADHD

The difficulty known as “time blindness” is a well-documented feature of ADHD, but experts say it's not an automatic excuse and not everyone who turns up late has ADHD.

wellbeing

Let it out! Why swearing can actually be good for your health

A new study found that swearing can improve physical performance by helping people feel focused, confident, and less distracted.