West Virginia State

Rockingham County, VA

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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Hoarding behavior, often depicted in media as extreme clutter and an inability to discard items, is more than just a habit of collecting. It’s a complex psychological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Understanding the psychological reasons behind hoarding behavior can help in developing effective treatments and support mechanisms for those affected.

The psychology behind hoarding behavior

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Estrangement might protect some individuals from an abusive person. But is someone else behind that decision?. Hypnosis, especially when done to recover "lost" memories, is potentially dangerous in the wrong hands. Beware of anyone whoadvises cutting off ties with family members who have been supportive and loving. If someone tells...

Family Estrangement: Undue Influence Is Often a Factor

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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90 Day Fiance star, Michael Ilesanmi, has some new relationships since his split from Angela Deem. Fans have mixed emotions about Michael’s intentions when coming to the United States. However, he has been making the best out of his situation and seems to have formed some new connections with people since moving. Keep reading to find out more about this.

’90 Day Fiance’ Michael Ilesanmi Has New Relationships After Split

Proximity and frequency promote natural connections. Adult friendships are created by design, not default. Improve connections with a strengths-based approach to interactions. For children, meaningful connections develop naturally over time due to frequency of contact and proximity to each other. The further away adolescents move from each other, the greater the chance of the friendship evaporating. A research study on adolescent friendships found, “the log-odds of friendship existence and friendship dynamics decrease smoothly with the logarithm of distance.” This phenomenon is not limited to children and teens. Unless you still have the same friends with whom you grew up, it can feel difficult and frustrating as an adult to build and sustain friendships.

5 Ways to Create Meaningful Connections

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Parents of autistic children report significantly higher stress levels than parents of non-autistic children. A lack of adequate support for family members, especially adults, exacerbates parental stress. Mindfulness exercises have been shown to help reduce stress in parents of autistic children. Maintaining a gratitude practice can decrease depressive symptoms and...

Well-Being Practices to Support Autism Caregivers

Divorce is a challenging and emotional experience for all involved, but its impact on children can be particularly profound and long-lasting. As parents navigate the complexities of ending their marriage, children often find themselves caught in the middle, grappling with a range of emotions and changes in their daily lives. This article will explore how divorce impacts children in several ways and why counseling is essential to help them cope with these changes and build resilience.

Divorce’s impact on children highlights need for counseling

Arguments, fights, disagreements, and disappointments are common in relationships. This is not the problem. The problem comes when we don’t know how to handle these challenges. There are all kinds of things we fight about, from who loads the dishwasher the “wrong” way to issues of betrayal and distrust....

Why Couples Have the Same Old Fight

There is a growing population of immigrant and second-generation immigrants in the United States. Intergenerational trauma is a unique challenge among immigrant families. Children's movies depict facets of intergenerational trauma and offer chances for compassionate conversations. Co-authored by Priscilla Li, BA and Eunice Y. Yuen, MD, PhD. In this contentious...

Intergenerational Trauma in Immigrant Families

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

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Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Balancing personal struggles and professional responsibilities during crises requires self-awareness, self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and support networks. Embrace these strategies to navigate and overcome challenges. We all face times when everything seems to fall apart all at once. During these moments, juggling personal struggles while maintaining a professional facade can be...

IP LifeLine: Keeping it Together When Things Fall Apart: Maintaining Balance When Life Gets Messy

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Isolation correlates with worsened depression and suicidal ideation. Connection can take may forms for shared activities to shared space or conversation. Time with others is vital for everyone, especially those facing depression. In my darkest times, depression told me to turn away from others. I would bring them down, she...

When Depression Tells You You're Bringing People Down

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A new study has revealed that 'doomscrolling' may have a negative impact on mental health. But what is it?On average, an average American spends around 4.5 hours on their phones every day. Gen Z are even bigger culprits at a staggering 6.5 hours a day. Let's get into it: What is doomscrolling? Doomscrolling essentially describes aimlessly scrolling through phones, reading an excessive amount of news and watching a string of videos across social media. It pertains to mostly negative content. Can doomscrolling affect mental health? Recent findings from the Flinders University, Australia, found that doomscrolling can have "dire consequences on...

What is 'doomscrolling' and can it mentally affect us?

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Isolation and stigma can impact mental health of farmers

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