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• Ringing in Your Ears Could Be Early Warning Sign of Hearing Loss

  17-06-2026 08:47 via socialpsychology.org
  Source: Science Daily - Top HealthA common sign of hearing loss isn't complete silence—it's struggling to follow conversations, especially in noisy places. Experts say hearing loss and tinnitus, the ringing or buzzing many people experience, often start when delicate cells inside the ear become damaged from aging or long-term noise exposure. Beyond making it harder to hear, these conditions can affect sleep, concentration, mood, and even increase the risk of falls and...
  
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• Nearly All Children Globally Exposed to at Least One Climate Hazard

  17-06-2026 08:47 via socialpsychology.org
  Source:Al JazeeraAlmost all children across the globe are exposed to at least one climate hazard, and the situation is expected to worsen unless greenhouse gas emissions are urgently reduced, says UNICEF's Children's Climate Risk Report. The report, published Tuesday, warns that climate hazards pose a threat to children on multiple fronts, with nearly half of the world's children exposed to at least three such hazards, putting their health, education, and...
  
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• Extreme Weather Whips Up Anxiety, But a Safety Plan Can Help

  17-06-2026 07:52 via socialpsychology.org
  Source: APA PsycPORT™: Psychology NewswireHurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other extreme weather can also kick up storms of anxiety. Thankfully, there are several ways to reduce that stress, according to mental health experts who have helped people who have experienced disasters. One of the most important things to do is have a plan, they say. "Preparation is always one of the most powerful tools," says health economist Ruben Juarez, "not just for safety, but also for mental health."
  
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