UK troops mentally healthier than US peers, research finds
UK troops are mentally healthier and more resilient than their US counterparts, but those involved in combat and reservists have a higher risk of developing mental health problems, according to…
Charities criticise government for personal independence payment decision delays
The government has been criticised by disability charities after new statistics revealed that some claimants are experiencing long delays for decisions for the new disability benefit personal independence payment (PIP).
Stigma still a key factor in people not seeking mental health care, research finds
The stigma of mental health issues remains a key factor in people not accessing the care they need, according to new research.
Monday the most stressful day for UK workers
Two thirds of people experience ‘Sunday Blues’, anxiety triggered by thoughts of work the following day, research has found.
We need to reach out to those with eating disorders more quickly
In this guest blog to mark Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Michael Chawatama discusses the need to reach out to those with eating disorders more quickly.
Anxiety admissions rise with age, HSCIC stats show
Hospital admissions for anxiety increase with age and were highest among older women last year, according to annual figures from the Health and Social Care Information Centre.
Crisis Care Concordat promises much – but needs funding to back it up
The launch last week of the government’s Crisis Care Concordat has promised much that could make a difference to people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, but it needs…
Anxiety a ‘ticking time bomb among young people’, charities warn
The number of 16-25 year olds looking online for help with anxiety is on the rise, say Anxiety UK and YouthNet.
‘Abhorrent rise’ in children treated on adult mental health wards reported
An increasing number of under-18s with mental health problems in England are being treated on adult psychiatric wards, according to new statistics.
Mental health impact of loneliness increases risk of premature death, study suggests
Feelings of extreme loneliness can increase an older person’s chances of premature death by 14%, according to research from the US.