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Ecology: Unexpected Observable Impact of Climate Change on the Environment

Climate change is already creating an immense impact worldwide as there is an increase in maximum weather events. They include the 2018 heatwaves, wildfires in the Arctic Circle, continuous flooding, and ceaselessly rising sea levels. Also, these immense impacts put … Continue reading Ecology: Unexpected Observable Impact of Climate Change on the Environment

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Anthropology: Mental Health of Children and Adolescents During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The global pandemic is one of the most studied topics among scholars interested in the social and cultural implications of COVID-19. It provides an experiment on its effects on society. Along with adults and the elderly, children, and adolescents around … Continue reading Anthropology: Mental Health of Children and Adolescents During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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How Mindfulness Exercises can be Helpful for Anyone During a Pandemic

“One of the long-haul symptoms is depression and getting professional help was important for me. To realize that mindfulness is a wonderful compliment,” she said, “but I needed to understand when I needed a little extra help.” Mindfulness meditation and … Continue reading How Mindfulness Exercises can be Helpful for Anyone During a Pandemic

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Anthropology: Ayahuasca, an Amazon Plant Medicine Believed to Confer Psycho-Spiritual Powers

Ayahuasca, also known as yage, hoasca, or caapi, is a plant medicine used for thousands of years by the indigenous people of the Amazon. From the Quechua language of the Incas, the word ayahuasca means “the vine of the dead” … Continue reading Anthropology: Ayahuasca, an Amazon Plant Medicine Believed to Confer Psycho-Spiritual Powers

Anthropology: Men’s Mental Health in Westernized Culture and Society

What comes to mind when we think of culture usually entails diverse food, people, languages and clothing. But a society’s culture also impacts a person’s beliefs, norms and values. It impacts how you view certain ideas or behaviors. And in … Continue reading Anthropology: Men’s Mental Health in Westernized Culture and Society