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Mental health refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health issues might emerge as hereditary disorders or conditions caused by traumatic events or damaged interpersonal connections.

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Reports & Analysis

A sulphur lake in the Danakil Depression near Dallol, Ethiopia

Ethiopia's Dallol, a place where it never rains

Ethiopia's Dallol, a place where it never rains

Despite its green acid ponds and toxic chlorine and sulfuric gasses, the locality attracts many tourists.
Nature and EnvironmentApril 8, 20248 images
Richarlison playing for Brazil

Richarlison can spur change in Brazilian football mentality

Richarlison can spur change in Brazilian football mentality

The Tottenham striker's comments about how therapy saved his life could change a generation of footballers in Brazil.
SportsApril 5, 2024
Nigerian health influencer Aproko Doctor and obesity survivor Precious

What topics should 'Healthy Me, No cap!' cover?

What topics should 'Healthy Me, No cap!' cover?

Enjoy our new show "Healthy Me, No cap!" and let us know your favorite topic for a chance to win a prize from DW.
HealthApril 3, 2024
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There's no such thing as 'looking autistic' in film, TV

There's no such thing as 'looking autistic' in film, TV

More autistic characters are featured on-screen these days. But stereotypes about autistic people still seem to persist.
LifestyleApril 2, 2024
An adolescent girl crying as she looks at her cellphone

WHO: Cyberbullying affects 1 in 6 school kids

WHO: Cyberbullying affects 1 in 6 school kids

In an international survey, peer violence and cyberbullying appear to be a growing problem for school-aged children.
ScienceMarch 27, 2024
A family from Central Africa

Africa's burden with neurological diseases

Africa's burden with neurological diseases

Neurological disease burden is disproportionately high in Africa. How are African nations tackling the issue?
ScienceMarch 22, 2024
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In the spotlight

Tractors in the city

Why are Europe's farmers struggling with mental health?

As farmers across Europe continue to protest, DW looks at how the pressures they face impact their mental wellbeing.
Nature and EnvironmentFebruary 20, 2024
A migrant stands, holding an infant on one arm, looking through a wire fence at processing center in Germany

Racism can make you sick

People who experience racial discrimination can develop high blood pressure, excess weight and mental health problems.
ScienceJanuary 11, 2024
Empty classroom in an Afghan school for girls, with a woman clearing off the white board at the front of the class

Worries grow for mental health of Afghan girls under Taliban

The Taliban have barred girls from schools beyond the sixth grade and women from almost all jobs and public spaces.
SocietyDecember 28, 202303:04 min
Narayan Murthy

India's parliament debates Murthy's 70-hour work week

Indian tech billionaire Narayan Murthy recently called for a 70-hour work week leaving many raised eyebrows.
BusinessDecember 21, 2023
A vial of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic

Ketamine: Anesthetic, anti-depressant or party drug?

What exactly is ketamine? Can it really be used to treat depression and anxiety, but also to trip, or to sedate horses?
ScienceDecember 20, 2023
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How Nkiruka Azutoru won her fight against depression

Meet a young Nigerian who conquered her depression.
HealthOctober 30, 202305:28 min