More than a quarter of children ‘denied mental health support’
More than a quarter – 28% – of children who were referred…
Acceptance and commitment therapy a cost-effective option for supporting cancer survivors, research shows
Using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to promote mindfulness, acceptance and value-based…
Bullying, exams and acne linked to suicide in children and young people, study finds
Bereavement, bullying, exams and physical health conditions such as acne and asthma…
Good relationships and support essential to reduce risk of suicide among prisoners, research claims
Prisons need to change to enable staff to build relationships with prisoners…
Number of mental health patients sent out-of-area jumps 13% in past year
The number of people with mental ill health sent out-of-area due to…
Psychedelic component of magic mushrooms could provide treatment for depression
The psychedelic component of magic mushrooms, psilocybin, could provide a new way…
People with mental illness still at risk of dramatically shortened life, survey claims
People with mental illness are being prescribed medication without understanding the risks…
Employers face ‘mental health iceberg’, according to research
Managing mental health issues in the workplace may be a bigger concern…
Inadequacy of mental health services ‘a ticking time bomb’ say GPs
Most GPs believe mental health services for young people are inadequate, with…
Children in cities experience more psychotic symptoms, study says
Lower social cohesion among neighbours and higher crime rates contribute to increased…