Target set to lower European levels of depression
A group of major European employers has launched a drive to reduce the number of people who take time off from work due to depression every year.
Depression and poor diet in pregnancy can affect child cognitive function, research claims
Women who experience depression during pregnancy are more likely to have an unhealthy diet, and this can negatively impact on their children’s cognitive functioning in later life, new research has…
Teaching body image lessons in school could reduce risk of eating disorders, researchers say
Training teachers to deliver body image lessons to teenagers in schools could help improve body esteem and reduce the risk of eating disorders, according to new research.
London mental health trust invests in nursing staff
South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSGT) will appoint a substantial number of new nursing staff as part of a £2.1 million investment in patient care.
CQC announces new initiative to help people report poor mental health care
Care regulator the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced that it is working with mental health charity Mind on a new initiative to help people report poor care.
Perinatal mental health problems often go undiagnosed say mothers and professionals
Depression and anxiety among pregnant women and new mums is going under-treated due to lack of disclosure and poor continuity of care, according to new research.
Time to treat mental and physical illness with equal importance, say influential groups
All healthcare professionals need to treat physical and mental health with equal importance, the Faculty of Public Health (FPH) and the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) have said.
More support needed to beat eating disorders, charity says
A charity has called on the government to do more to help people with eating disorders after finding a quarter of those with an eating condition wait more than 6…
International experts call for more integrated approach to treating schizophrenia
A group of international experts has called for a more comprehensive recovery-based approach towards the management and care of people living with schizophrenia, in order that they can be better…
Politicians and financial institutions pledge to tackle stigma on World Mental Health Day
Influential figures from the worlds of politics and finance have come together on World Mental Health Day to emphasise the importance of tackling the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health…