ISLAMABAD: On World Children’s Day, Pakistani actress Saba Qamar used her platform to call for greater awareness and action on children’s rights in the country. Dressed in a blue Unicef shirt, Qamar, National Ambassador for Child Rights in Pakistan, urged her followers to “come together” to ensure every child’s rights are protected. In a video […]
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Over a million users discuss suicide on ChatGPT weekly
ISLAMABAD – OpenAI has disclosed that an estimated 1.2 million people each week use ChatGPT to discuss suicide, highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in mental health crises. According to the company’s latest safety transparency update, 0.15% of users send messages containing explicit indicators of potential suicide planning or intent. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman […]
Noah Cyrus credits therapy for helping her through dark times
Noah Cyrus opened up about how therapy helped her navigate some of the toughest periods of her life, describing herself as “so lucky” to have access to mental health resources. The 25-year-old singer, who has been candid about her struggles with depression and anxiety, shared her experience in an interview with Billboard. Cyrus revealed that […]
Experts warn of rising ‘AI psychosis’
Psychologists have raised alarm over a disturbing new mental health condition linked to the excessive use of artificial intelligence chatbots such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Replika, warning that dependency on digital companions can lead to emotional addiction and even delusional thinking. Experts describe the condition, dubbed “AI psychosis,” as a form of digital dependency where […]
Anthony Hopkins dismisses wife’s claim he’s autistic, calls it “rubbish”
LONDON: Legendary actor Anthony Hopkins has brushed off his wife Stella Arroyave’s suggestion that he may be autistic, saying he doesn’t believe in such labels. In a candid new interview with The Sunday Times, the 87-year-old Oscar-winning Silence of the Lambs star reflected on his personality quirks and habits, many of which his wife believes […]
Reese opens up about her lifelong battle with depression
LOS ANGELES: Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon has candidly discussed her experience with depression, revealing that she struggled with the mental health condition both as a teenager and later after becoming a mother. Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar, the Morning Show actress shared that her grandmother, Dorothea, also battled depression — something her mother warned could be […]
Selena Gomez says therapy and friends help her reset mentally
Singer and actress Selena Gomez has opened up about her mental health journey, sharing how she relies on her close friends and therapy to stay grounded. The 33-year-old Calm Down hitmaker spoke candidly during the Rare Impact Fund Benefit held in Los Angeles on October 29, an event aimed at raising $100 million to support […]
SP Adeel Akbar takes his own life in Islamabad
Superintendent of Police (SP) Adeel Akbar tragically took his own life in Islamabad by shooting himself early Thursday morning. According to sources, he had been under psychiatric treatment and consulted a specialist about ten days prior to the incident. The psychiatrist had advised him to avoid keeping a firearm and to continue his medication regularly. […]
Two Students Found Dead in Separate Hostel Incidents in Hyderabad, Peshawar
Tragedy struck two cities as two students were found dead in separate hostel incidents on Sunday — one in Hyderabad and the other in Peshawar. In Hyderabad, police recovered the body of Abdullah Soomro, a fourth-year MBBS student from Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences (LUMHS), from his hostel room. Initial findings suggest suicide, […]
7 surprising foods to boost your mood and mental health
In a time when mental health awareness is rising, it’s crucial to recognize how food affects our feelings. Many foods contain nutrients that significantly influence mood and emotional health. This simple dietary change can make a big difference in how you feel daily. Dark chocolate is one of the top mood boosters. It is rich […]