WHO Officially Classifies Gaming Addiction as a Mental Disorder
After careful consideration, the World Health Organization (WHO) has officially classified gaming addiction, also known as gaming disorder, as a mental health condition. This decision was made after WHO included gaming addiction in the latest version of the International Statistical Classification of Diseases (ICD) on Monday, June 18, 2018. The ICD is a system issued […]
One Person Dies by Suicide Every 40 Seconds Worldwide: How Can It Be Prevented?
Several recent suicide cases have reminded us that more and more people are considering ending their lives. This concern intensified following the deaths of fashion designer Kate Spade, chef Anthony Bourdain, and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands’ sister, Ines Zorreguieta. In fact, this issue has long been a concern of the United States Centers for […]
Beware: Flakka Drugs Have Entered Indonesia
The Head of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), Police Commissioner General Budi Waseso, stated that flakka drugs have officially entered Indonesia. This conclusion is based on findings from the BNN laboratory team. “Yesterday, based on laboratory analysis by BNN, we identified the entry of flakka-type narcotics. So the flakka seen by the public on YouTube […]
The Effects of Flakka Drugs: From Losing Self-Awareness to Extreme Psychotic Behavior
The Head of the Eradication Division of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN) of DKI Jakarta Province, Maria Sorlury, explained the dangers of flakka drugs, whose videos have recently gone viral on social media. In the circulating videos, flakka users appear unconscious, move uncontrollably, and in some cases even attack others without any apparent reason. “Flakka […]
Feeling Alone & Lonely? Remember There Is Someone Who Is Always With You
In today’s world, it is indeed difficult to find a true friend—someone who is willing to sacrifice and stand by their friend through difficult times. Although it is easy for us to meet new people and build new connections, finding someone who is willing to walk with us through life’s hardships is truly rare. True […]
50 Facts About Mental Disorders & Their Prevention
The rapid growth of population along with increasing social and economic problems has caused the number of people suffering from mental disorders to rise every year. Below are 50 facts about mental disorders that you may not know. 1. Depression Can Trigger Suicide Severe depression occurs due to low levels of dopamine in the brain. […]
Health Minister Responds to Ari, Who Admitted Growing Marijuana to Treat His Wife
A man from West Kalimantan, Ari, admitted to growing marijuana to treat his ill wife. Indonesia’s Minister of Health, Nila Moeloek, stated that such an action is still not permitted. Nila explained that in the medical field, certain narcotic substances can indeed be used for treatment, such as morphine. However, their use must strictly follow […]
Once Labeled “Crazy” and Shackled, Anto Is Now Full of Achievements
People with mental health problems are often still labeled as “crazy.” This was once experienced by a man with bipolar disorder, Agus Sugianto, commonly known as Anto. What is the story behind his journey? Anto shared that in 1999 he experienced severe depression due to failing to achieve his dream of continuing his education at […]
Two Miraculous Helping Angels
Psalm 55:22 (NKJV)Cast your burden on the LORD, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved. The Author of Life continued His story with a chapter that led me to understand the true meaning of grace. Day by day, my life went on, and the story written by the […]
The Twilight of Life
Twilight is the time before nightfall, a moment filled with beauty—for when twilight comes, we are allowed to witness the setting sun and feel the gentle touch of the evening breeze. So it was in my life. He allowed me to experience seasons of darkness that were still filled with beauty. Dark—because I lived in […]
