People were happier in 1957 than today, according to research
People living in 1957 were happier than people are today – and happiness levels have not reached those levels in the intervening 60 years, according to research.
Lithium still the best drug to avoid hospital admissions for people with bipolar, says research
Lithium is the best drug to use to avoid hospital admissions for people with bipolar, a large study into the effectiveness of the drug has found.
Talking therapies as effective for all types of depression, study finds
People with depression who show a preference for talking therapies are likely to get as much benefit from their treatment whether they are mildly, moderately or severely ill, a study…
Talking therapy changes brain wiring, study reveals
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) strengthens specific connections in the brains of people with psychosis, and these stronger connections are associated with long-term reduction in symptoms and recovery 8 years later,…
New user-led in-patient mental health service to be launched in Wales
A new in-patient service for people with mental illness – which will be user-led, not-for-profit and with a strong recovery ethos – is to be officially launched later this month.
Benzodiazepines increase stroke risk among Alzheimer’s patients
The use of benzodiazepines and benzodiazepine-like drugs has been associated with a 20% increase in the risk of stroke in patients with Alzheimer’s disease, a study from the University of…
UK organisations unite against use of conversion therapy
A group of UK organisations working against conversion therapy have issued a statement in solidarity with like-minded organisations in the US, in response to concerns over the future of the…
New advice service for people with mental ill health and financial difficulties to be developed
A new 2-year charity partnership is aiming to create a Mental Health and Money Advice Service that will offer support for people experiencing mental health and financial difficulties.
New investigation launched to assess if there is a link between the pill and mental health issues
An investigation has been launched into a potential link between hormonal contraceptives and mental health issues.
Video – Resolve Care: Innovation in residential care
In this video, you can hear from the owners of Resolve Care about how they achieved not one, but two outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). While the…