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The Economist argues that falling student test scores around the world amount to a slow-moving catastrophe, with learning losses that could depress economic growth and widen inequality for decades. The leader column is drawing wide attention, with readers debating causes ranging from pandemic school closures to smartphones and changing teaching methods, and what governments should do to reverse the decline.
- 2Scientists identify stress-triggered molecular switch behind depression●Scientists uncover a stress-triggered molecular switch that drives depression
Researchers report the discovery of a molecular switch activated by stress that appears to drive depression, offering a possible biological explanation for how chronic stress leads to depressive symptoms. The finding could point toward new drug targets and treatments that work on the underlying mechanism rather than symptoms alone. Details of the study, including the researchers involved and where it was published, were not immediately available.
- 3Annual fundraiser supports veteran mental health services●Annual event raises money for veteran mental health
An annual charity event has raised funds for veterans' mental health programs, according to local news coverage. The event brings together community members to support services addressing mental health challenges faced by former service members, including conditions like PTSD and depression, with proceeds directed toward organizations providing care and support to veterans in need.