You look fine. You've got nothing to worry about. Just stop overthinking.We've all heard these lines. Maybe we've said them and maybe we have believed them. But what if I tell you that mental health isn't always visible and pain doesn't always scream.Sometimes it smiles. A very warm welcome to everyone present here. Standing before you is Aisha Abduro from grade 12.So let's talk about my journey. I've always I was that student who always wanted everything to be perfect. Perfect grades, perfect life, perfect ...

Our world is full of stigmas. Stigmas about how you should think, what you should believe, how you want to be perceived. And for me, they followed me my whole life.I was born in Thomasville, a small town in South Georgia, and I was surrounded by support, even if I didn't always understood what it meant. My mom put me in my first pageant when I was two and a half. My brother had just been born, and she wanted me to have something that I could put my all into, something I can connect with, and I loved it.By t ...

[Music] Black women in America are disproportionately affected by intimate partner violence. According to the Violence Policy Center, we as black women are more likely than any other group of women to be murdered by a current or former partner. Let that sink in.These deaths are happening before the age of 36. That is five years younger than the national average. The statistics show that 40% of black women will face and experience domestic violence in their lifetime.This is compared to 30% of white women tha ...

But more importantly, I will focus on addiction stigma and the society. When we talk about addiction, we are talking about someone who does not have control over the use of a chemical substance. It is >> it is a compulsive behavior >> and very relaxing. It is referred to as a chronic >> relapsing medical condition.Although we do not see it as such, we see it as a criminal issue but it is a health issue and that is the purpose of this presentation. Drug abuse is a global health challenge in Nigeria. The prev ...

Mental Health Crisis - The presentation addresses mental health as a silent pandemic affecting a large population [3][4] - Globally, approximately 970 million (97 crores) people are suffering from mental health issues [4] - In India, about one in seven people are affected by mental health challenges [4] - A significant percentage (60%) of people are not seeking help due to limited therapists, stigma, and the timing of mental health crises [5][6] AI Solutions for Mental Health - AI is revolutionizing mental health support with tools like Vasa (with 6 million users) and web-based platforms [4][7] - AI tools utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to assist individuals [7] - AI tools can detect potential mental health issues by analyzing voice patterns, typing speed, and sleep patterns [8][9] - MIT studies suggest that AI tools can identify depressive tendencies up to 3 weeks before clinical diagnosis [9] - AI offers personalized support, helping users understand their triggers and emotional patterns, available 24/7 [10] - AI tools provide anonymity, removing the shame associated with seeking mental health assistance [11][12] Limitations and Future of AI in Mental Health - AI's effectiveness depends on diverse and encrypted data inputs [13][14] - AI cannot replace human therapists but can enhance their decision-making by providing valuable data [14] - AI is being used proactively in schools and rural areas to identify and support individuals with mental health needs [15] - AI serves as a companion, offering support to individuals facing challenges like job loss or relationship issues [16]

Welcome back everyone. My name is Sep Singh. Before I begin today, I would like to ask you all a question.How many of you have seen or heard of a news report like this recently. Just a quick show of hands. Oh, wow.Okay. A lot of you. Since the declaration of the public health emergency in 2016, the toxic drug crisis has claimed the lives of almost 15,000 people across British Columbia.This isn't just a shocking statistic. It's a harsh reality that's affecting families, communities, and individuals every sin ...

When I graduate, I want to become an artist. Coming from someone in my position, how many of you can believe that at all. I get it.Totally no discrimination towards those who want to, but I just couldn't make it out in the future. I probably won't end up very successful. But why isn't being an artist like any other job that little kids can have on their list of careers they can consider in the future. Why can't those same little kids have the hopes and dreams they'll end up happy, successful, and proud in t ...

[Music] Mother's Day. I see all of you smiling in the audience. No, I am not talking about that Mother's Day.You know, the one that comes with the flowers and the hugs. Not that one. Today, I am talking about Zambia's Mother's Day leave.A day that any woman can take off work. No medical report required. Zambia is one of only seven countries in the whole world that has a ministration leave policy.In Zambia, we call this day Mother's Day. The name itself is a euphemism. Not necessarily because Mother's Day is ...

[Music] Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome aboard TEDex Airlines. As we head towards our beautiful destination, Musket, Oman, please ensure your seat belts are fastened, your seatbacks are upright, and your tray tables are stowed.In case of an emergency, oxygen masks will drop down from the ceiling. Remember to secure your own mask before assisting others. We've all heard this announcement countless times.Remember to secure your own mask before assisting others. It makes sense, right. You can't h ...