Mindfulness gets spherical: The shape-shifting ball that mimics your breath
From University of Bath 01/09/23 A soft ball that ‘personifies’ breath, expanding and contracting in synchronicity with a person’s inhalations and exhalations, has been invented by a PhD student at the University of Bath in the UK. The ball is designed to support mental health, giving users a tangible representation of their breath to keep […]
Employers view applicants negatively if they post online about mental health
From North Carolina State University 31/08/23 It is increasingly common for people to discuss mental health challenges on social media platforms, but a new study finds these disclosures can affect the way potential employers view job applicants. “People are often encouraged to discuss their mental health struggles on social media with the goal of reducing […]