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Life event that changes all: Horse riding accident in Zimbabwe in 1993, a fractured skull et al including bipolar anxiety, chronic fatigue …. co-morbidities (Nietzche 'He who has the reason why can deal with any how' details my health history from 1993 to date). 17th 2017 August operation for breast cancer (no indications just an appointment came from BreastCheck through the Post). Trinity College Dublin Business Economics and Social Studies (but no degree) 1997-2003; UCD 1997/1998 night classes) essays, projects, writings. Trinity Horizon Programme 1997/98 (Centre for Women Studies Trinity College Dublin/St. Patrick's Foundation (Professor McKeon) EU Horizon funded: research study of 15 women (I was one of this group and it became the cornerstone of my journey to now 2017) over 9 mth period diagnosed with depression and their reintegration into society, with special emphasis on work, arts, further education; Notes from time at Trinity Horizon Project 1997/98; Articles written for Irishhealth.com 2003/2004; St Patricks Foundation monthly lecture notes for a specific period in time; Selection of Poetry including poems written by people I know; Quotations 1998-2017; other writings mainly with theme of social justice under the heading Citizen Journalism Ireland. Letters written to friends about life in Zimbabwe; Family history including Michael Comyn KC, my grandfather, my grandmother's family, the O'Donnellan ffrench Blake-Forsters; Moral wrong: An acrimonious divorce but the real injustice was the Catholic Church granting an annulment – you can read it and make your own judgment, I have mine. Topics I have written about include annual Brain Awareness week, Mashonaland Irish Associataion in Zimbabwe, Suicide (a life sentence to those left behind); Nostalgia: Tara Hill, Co. Meath.

Introduction to Cyberpsychology | Dr. Mary Aiken. Highly recommend Mary Aiken’s book “The Cyber Effect”. It should compulsory reading for the parents of all school going children

Capitol Technology University 1,803 views 18 Sept 2023 It was a landmark event for cyberpsychology. Earlier this year, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence announced an Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) initiative called “Reimagining Security with Cyberpsychology-Informed … Continue reading →

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Why the Tavistock gender identity clinic was forced to shut … and what happens next. Observer

The Observer Transgender Why the Tavistock gender identity clinic was forced to shut … and what happens next The clinic at the heart of a heated national debate formally closes this weekend. The journalist who told the inside story of its practice … Continue reading →

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Easter: An article in Irish Examiner about the Poor Clare sisters. Reminds me of a friend, long ago, who had a sister who was a poor clare. To reminisce I have chosen this today.

Sat, 30 Mar, 2024 – 01:00 Ciara Phelan, Senior Correspondent   Inside a monastery, over 100 years old, a wooden grid separates a group of enclosed nuns sitting silently, waiting for their visitor. It’s evident all over their faces … Continue reading →

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ChatGPT Use Linked to Memory Loss, Procrastination in Students. Source: The__Byte, Futurism

Mar 26, 9:31 AM EDT by Frank Landymore /Artificial Intelligence Classwork Cheatcode ChatGPT Use Linked to Memory Loss, Procrastination in Students You won’t always have an AI chatbot in your pocket… right? Getty / Futurism Brain Drain New research has … Continue reading →

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‘The Russians use a narrative in Africa that claims the West is decadent and perverts our children to turn them gay’. Source: EL PAIS

International MEXICOCHINALATEST NEWS DISINFORMATION ‘The Russians use a narrative in Africa that claims the West is decadent and perverts our children to turn them gay’ Justin Arestein, South African disinformation expert, explains how African and foreign political actors are pushing … Continue reading →

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Donald Tusk: “We are in a pre-war era. I don’t exaggerate. Source: EL PAIS

International MexicoChinaLatest News INTERVIEW Donald Tusk: ‘We are in a pre-war era. I don’t exaggerate’ The Polish prime minister warns that Europe is at ‘the most critical moment since the end of the Second World War’ and must commit more … Continue reading →

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The Harvard Gazette: “Artificial intelligence holds the promise of optimizing many aspects of life, from education and medical research to business and the arts. But some applications may have a deeply worrisome effect on human relationships.” Sociologist Sherry Turkle warns against growing trend of turning to AI for companionship, counsel

& Community Health Science & Tech Nation & World Arts & Culture Work & Economy Science & Tech Lifting a few with my chatbot Sociologist Sherry Turkle warns against growing trend of turning to AI for companionship, counsel Christina Pazzanese … Continue reading →

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Bill tabled in Scotland could legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults. The Guardian

Support the Guardian Fund independent journalism with €10 per month Support us ‘Politicians are catching up with the public’: MSP Liam McArthur, who tabled the assisted dying bill on Thursday. Photograph: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images Scotland Bill tabled in Scotland … Continue reading →

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Alzheimers and Dementia: In an ageing population and living longer, this will apply to people. Amnesia from brain injury shares some examples that may help. This 60 minute documentary from the US is to enlighten us how to engage, to share and cope. We can’t ignore Dignity in Dying when considering the impact of Alzheimers, Frontal Lobe Dementia and other dementias. Please search Wendy Mitchell and her journey on this site, a more remarkable woman, who made a decision. Her blog is essential reading.

9 Mar 2024 Full Episodes | 60 Minutes From 2018, Dr. Jon LaPook’s groundbreaking report following an Alzheimer’s patient and her caregiver husband for 10 years to document the struggles they face. From 2019, Bill Whitaker’s heartbreaking look at frontotemporal … Continue reading →

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Brain Awareness Month: Mental Illness. A surprise here. Being part of a Horizon programme for women with depression run by Trinity College Dublin and St Patrick’s hospital, one of the subjects we were taught was an introduction to “Acting” by an esteemed lecturer in Drama at Trinity. It had a very significant impact for me and others. Hence, I am introducing this…”Not Yet…Be forever open to creativity and learning. Worth listening to this talk, a save yourself a lot of fear of failure.

15 Nov 2023 CEMEX Many of us dread having to convey our ideas to others, often feeling ill-equipped, anxious, and awkward. Experts help by focusing on planned communication experiences; yet, most of our professional and personal communication occurs in spontaneous … Continue reading →

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