Social constructionism

Between 20% and 30% of Bulgarians desire access to cultural experiences but cannot afford them, as explained by Yanina Taneva from the "Idea Factory." In 2023, a national sociological survey by "Alpha Research," commissioned by the "Factory of Ideas" and the "Observatory of Economy and Culture," revealed that 72.6% of Bulgarians had not visited a library even once, while 62.6% had never been to

Loneliness poses serious health risks, akin to the dangers of smoking. Research shows that lonely individuals are more susceptible to a range of severe health issues, including heart disease, stroke, anxiety, depression, and dementia. These conditions collectively result in a 26% increase in the likelihood of premature death among those who experience chronic loneliness.

The tragedies at Mati and Tempe, and what followed, strengthen the lack of trust which nests inside us and determines how we see the world and what we do. Our state tricks us repeatedly.

When old age begins has shifted to be later in life over time, according to a new study

A recent study sheds light on the challenges faced by migrant graduates in the European Union, highlighting the phenomenon of "brain waste," where overqualified migrants end up in low-skilled jobs or unemployment.

Türkiye currently falls into the category of countries with a significant elderly population as of 2023, according to criteria set by the U.N. Population Fund, with experts noting that the anticipated projection of the population aged 65 and over will exceed 9.5 million next year.

The organization said that the relative body shape and composition of human beings differ across racial and ethnic groups, genders, sexes, and ages

Nearly 50,000 people losing their lives to the mental health crisis

The Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation (laskaridisfoundation.org) is hosting an exhibition of photographs by Ioannis Armiriotis aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues. The images illustrate everyday struggles but are also intended to strengthen and encourage the voices of those suffering from mental health disorders. The opening is on November 13 at 6 p.m.

In an effort to complete ongoing reforms to mental health services and rectify mistakes made along the way, the Health Ministry is preparing a draft law, which, according to Deputy Minister Dimitris Vartzopoulos, aims "to radically restructure the system of organization and administration of mental health services." Currently almost all psychiatric clinics at large hospitals are overcrowded.