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Are the Olympic Games still relevant?

As the world descends on Paris for the biggest show in sport, the question must be asked if the Olympic Games still hold the same

How schools are failing neurodivergent students

Neurodivergent children — those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia or other difference in brain functioning — face myriad issues at schools ill-equipped to help them.

What’s it like growing up and parenting in a digital world?

There’s a lot of fearmongering around children and their interactions with digital technology, but the truth is more nuanced.

Why society needs to address loneliness

Loneliness has serious impacts on physical and mental health. But there are solutions to this worldwide epidemic.

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Loneliness has a serious impact on health

Loneliness can significantly harm overall health by disrupting both immune and metabolic systems.

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Can mindfulness really beat loneliness?

No longer a fad, mindfulness practices show promise for reducing feelings of loneliness and can have long-lasting benefits.

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This Bengali ritual is a cure for loneliness

As an antidote to loneliness, the Bengali adda culture has no equal.

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Loneliness or inclusivity? India needs to choose

Both Indian law and society need to change to counter the current stigma felt by members of the queer community.

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Living long but dying alone in Singapore

Singapore’s longevity success hides a dark side — the lonely deaths of its seniors — exposing a need to address social isolation in its ageing population.

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Burden of loneliness is not older people’s alone

Many parts of society need to come together to better address the problems caused by loneliness in later life.

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Lonely in Malaysia? Relationships and support matter

A significant proportion of Malaysians over 40 are lonely. But there are things you can do to reduce your risk of loneliness.

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The loneliness of living with a serious mental illness

For people living with mental illnesses, the day-to-day challenges of managing their condition can also increase their risk of social isolation and loneliness.

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The other half: Who do the lonely turn to for help?

Nearly half of over 14,000 people who took part in a Meta-Gallup social connections study reported some degree of loneliness and some struggled to get help.

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Philanthropy can help Australia meet land protection targets

Australia aims to protect 30 percent of its landscapes by 2030. Harnessing the power of philanthropy through government fund-matching initiatives could help.

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Are the Olympic Games still relevant?

How schools are failing neurodivergent students

What’s it like growing up and parenting in a digital world?

Loneliness has a serious impact on health

Can mindfulness really beat loneliness?

This Bengali ritual is a cure for loneliness

Living long but dying alone in Singapore

Philanthropy can help Australia meet land protection targets

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