Stressed baby boys snore more as adults, study suggests
Men are more likely to suffer more from sleep-disordered breathing than women as a result of stress in early life, according to new research.
New professional development scheme for healthcare assistants working in mental health wards launched
A new validation and professional development scheme for mental health inpatient healthcare assistants (HCAs) has been launched.
Mental health worsening as benefit cuts and unemployment affects communities, survey claims
There is a growing crisis in mental wellbeing as communities struggle with a combination of hardships including benefit changes, unemployment and poor housing, a survey has claimed.
Doctors call for fundamental change in thinking around mental health
Leading doctors have called for a fundamental change in the way people think about mental health and how psychological issues are managed in the wider NHS.
Childhood nightmares increase risk of psychotic traits, study suggests
Children who suffer from frequent nightmares or bouts of night terrors may be at an increased risk of psychotic experiences in adolescence, according to new research.
Protecting Mental Health
In a guest blogas part ofthe Department of Health's Week of Action on health protection, Dr Ben Thomas, Professional Officer for Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Dementia considers the importance…
Diabetes, epilepsy and asthma increase risk of self-harm
New research quantifying the risk of admission to hospital for self-harm has identified an increased risk of self-harm among groups of patients with certain physical illnesses.
Offenders with mental illness should have more influence in care plans, report says
Offenders with mental illness should be more involved in how assessments about the risks they pose and the treatment they receive are drawn up, according to a new policy briefing.
Newport art exhibition showcases curation skills of mental health service user
An artist from south Wales living with mental health needs has been supported by a branch of service provider Care Management Group to curate his own art exhibition.
Psychological effects of antidepressants more widespread than thought
Thoughts of suicide, sexual difficulties and emotional numbness as a result of antidepressants may be more widespread than previously thought, research has found.