A very critical issue affecting this generation, that cannot be ignored any longer: What does social media do to young brains?

A very illuminating and must-listen interview of Dr Lakshmi Vijayakumar by Zubeda hamid. Published in In Focus by The Hindu:
https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.megaphone.fm/THGU9807158408.mp3

#SocialMedia, #Addiction, #Children, #Teenagers, #Psychology, #Neurology, #Depression, #ADHD, #SuicidePrevention, #EmotionalWellbeing

The following hashtags are trending across South African Mastodon instances:

#netbird
#bible
#obedience
#lent
#prayer
#worldencephalitisday
#encephalitisawareness
#brainhealth
#neurology
#infections

Based on recent posts made by non-automated accounts. Posts with more boosts, favourites, and replies are weighted higher.

The following hashtags are trending across South African Mastodon instances:

#lent
#prayer
#worldencephalitisday
#encephalitisawareness
#brainhealth
#neurology
#infections
#autoimmune
#healthmatters
#earlydetection

Based on recent posts made by non-automated accounts. Posts with more boosts, favourites, and replies are weighted higher.

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 - 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Did you know 77% of people worldwide don’t know what encephalitis is? This serious brain inflammation affects 1.5 million people globally each year and can have life-changing consequences.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟱 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀:
1. Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain.
2. It can be caused by infections or immune system errors.
3. Anyone can get encephalitis – regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity.
4. It can lead to death or cause severe brain injury in survivors.
5. Early recognition and treatment save lives and improve outcomes.

Let’s raise awareness and support those affected. Together, we can make a difference.

#WorldEncephalitisDay #EncephalitisAwareness #BrainHealth #Neurology #Infections #Autoimmune #HealthMatters #EarlyDetection #SaveLives #SCABPharmacy #BrainInjury #MedicalAwareness

Early Indicators of Parkinson's Disease Merit Attention

Learn about early signs of Parkinson's disease like movement changes, sleep problems, and mood shifts. See if you should talk to a doctor.

#ParkinsonsDisease, #EarlySigns, #HealthTips, #Neurology, #MedicalInfo

https://newsletter.tf/early-signs-parkinsons-disease/

Parkinson's disease can start with small changes. These might be problems with movement, sleep, or mood. If you notice several of these signs, it's good to talk to a doctor to learn more.

#ParkinsonsDisease, #EarlySigns, #HealthTips, #Neurology, #MedicalInfo

https://newsletter.tf/early-signs-parkinsons-disease/

Early Indicators of Parkinson's Disease Warrant Medical Attention

Learn about the early signs of Parkinson's disease, like shaking, stiffness, and voice changes. See a doctor if you notice these signs.

#ParkinsonsDisease, #HealthTips, #Neurology, #EarlyDetection, #MedicalAdvice

https://newsletter.tf/parkinsons-early-signs-watch/

Parkinson's disease can start with small changes. These might include shaking in your hands or legs, feeling stiff, or changes in your voice or how you walk. If you notice these signs, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor.

#ParkinsonsDisease, #HealthTips, #Neurology, #EarlyDetection, #MedicalAdvice

https://newsletter.tf/parkinsons-early-signs-watch/