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Loneliness - the disease of the future

Mara Schär Apr 13, 2023

People are an incredibly social species. This is one of the reasons why we have such strong brains and advanced intelligence; to keep an eye on numerous relationships better. Our social interactions influence how we think, act and see ourselves, since a large part of our brain is devoted to social cognition. Fully withdrawing any human contact is a recognized form of torture. The need for belonging is anchored in our DNA and drives us to close and maintain social bonds. But what happens when people live alone or are single? How does this affect your need for belonging?

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Häusliche Gewalt gegen Kinder: Auswirkungen, Prävention und Unterstützung

Domestic violence against children: effects, prevention and support

Mara Schär Apr 11, 2023

Domestic violence against children is a serious problem that affects millions of children worldwide. The effects of violence on children can be profound and have long -term negative effects on their physical, mental and social development. In this article, the effects of violence on children are examined, the prevention of violence in families and the available resources to support children who have experienced violence.

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Age Shaming: Wenn das Alter zur Diskriminierung wird

Age shaming: When age becomes discrimination

Mara Schär Apr 03, 2023

Age shaming is a type of discrimination that is often overlooked. It refers to negative stereotyping or devaluation of people due to their age. It can be comments, jokes, pictures or comments that relate to age. Although it may seem harmless, it can have serious effects on those affected.

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Wie KI und VR-Technologien bei der Bewältigung von psychischen Problemen helfen können

How AI and VR technologies can help with coping with psychological problems

Mara Schär Mar 31, 2023

Mental health has become extremely important today. More and more people are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression and other mental disorders. According to a study by the World Health Organization (WHO), about every fourth person is suffering from a mental disorder worldwide. There are still great barriers when it comes to treating these problems effectively.

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Femizid: Die tief verwurzelte Gewalt gegen Frauen

Femicide: The deeply rooted violence against women

Mara Schär Mar 30, 2023 1 comment

Femicide is a term that refers to the killing of women due to their gender. It is a form of violence that is widespread worldwide and a big problem. In recent years, awareness of the meaning of the term femicide has increased, but it remains a challenge to eradicate the deep roots of this form of violence.

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