A new EU research initiative, Social Prescribing EU, is exploring how non-medical support like art classes and fitness groups can improve health, reduce isolation, and strengthen community connections for vulnerable groups.
What's right: People in the UK are happier than before the pandemic
Life satisfaction among people over 50 in England is higher than before than covi-19 pandemic. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: Australia's social media ban
Australia has passed a law banning social media for children under 16, sparking debate over mental health, privacy, and youth access to support networks.
What's Right: Improving access to therapy with AI
In the UK, the National Health Fund has tested a tool to improve access to therapy. The result: AI can improve access, particularly for minorities. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
Men's tears: Violence as a result of repressed emotions
Violence as a means of communication is used when words are not available. At the service Riicht Eraus of the Red Cross, psychologist Daniela Cabete tries to prevent men from using violence against their family members. In our interview, she calls for a rethinking of boys' education.
Men's tears: Challenging masculinity norms
On Local Matters this week, we dive into the topic of men’s tears. Upon growing up, young men learn to mask their emotions to be masculine. Often this impacts mental health, fosters depression and internalised stress. With the local association Infomann, men and boys can seek help.
Whine and Shine: Interview with Paulette Lenert on the National Mental Health Strategy
Luxembourg’s health minister Paulette Lenert (LSAP) talked to Ara City Radio about the Plan National de la Santé Mentale—a national strategy to tackle the mental health problem in the grand duchy. In our interview, she addresses how the plan wants to tackle the issue, how it plans to attract more professionals to the sector, and all that without breaking the CNS’s budget.
Voices Matter: Mindfulness with Kate Ensor
Kate Ensor is on her path towards more mindfulness. As she keeps learning, the techniques of mindful approaches to life have helped her to overcome and prevent depressive episodes and personal struggles. In her classes, she teaches mindfulness to others.
Wellness Industry: Breath as a tool for health
How can breathing make you more relaxed or on the contrary, pump energy into your body and brain? How can breathing techniques help to overcome traumatic experiences? On Local Matters, Benjamin George Coles interviews Anna, a breathwork facilitator working in Luxembourg and Berlin.
Voices Matter: Julia Zhang's journey to Mount Everest
One time, Julia Zhang nearly lost her life while mountain climbing. Another time, climbing saved her life. On Voices Matter, Julia tells us about her upcoming excursion to Mount Everest. We talk about how mountain climbing has become an important part of her life and why she is so passionate about it.