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Can We Overcome the Stigma Around Mental Health?

In Can We Overcome the Stigma Around Mental Health?, host Radzi Chinyanganya highlights initiatives aimed at addressing mental health in schools in Nigeria and New Zealand. These countries have made strides in encouraging open conversations about mental health, a topic that has historically been stigmatized in both regions. In Nigeria, mental health issues were often overlooked or suppressed, and in New Zealand, a high youth suicide rate prompted the need for action. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My World, a program created for teenagers eager to learn more about the important stories shaping our world.

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Virginia Woolf, the Writer

In Virginia Woolf, the Writer, host Lily Cole introduces Virginia Woolf, a revolutionary writer of her time. Woolf, who suffered abuse in her childhood and faced regular hospitalization for depression, is discussed in the context of her novel Mrs. Dalloway. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, a documentary series celebrating the achievements of the most influential figures of the era.

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Virginia Woolf, the Activist

In Virginia Woolf, the Activist host Lily Cole explores the revolutionary impact Virginia Woolf had on society in the early 20th Century. Woolf challenged gender stereotypes and the expectations placed on women. She was an unconventional figure whose work, including the novel Orlando, explored themes of gender, sexuality, and identity. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, a documentary series celebrating the achievements of the most influential figures of the era.

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A Healthy Diet Could Reduce the Symptoms of Depression
The article "A Healthy Diet Could Reduce the Symptoms of Depression" from BBC Science Focus explains that dietary changes can reduce depression symptoms in just three weeks. A study in Australia found that young adults who switched to a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and lean meats showed significant improvement in mood compared with those who continued eating processed foods.
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Working Out at Work

Learn about companies that are providing dedicated time for regular workouts to their employees. Incorporating movement into their day is good for both physical and mental health, and it reduces stress levels and work absence. This video is excerpted from BBC News.

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Why We Sleep: How Rest Helps Our Body and Brain
The article "Why We Sleep: How Rest Helps Our Body and Brain" from BBC Science Focus explains why sleep is essential for our physical and mental well-being. It explores sleep stages, how much rest we need, what dreams might mean, and why sleep evolved.