NHS England invites the nation to seek ‘Help!’ for their mental health
In light of new data showing that nearly half of people who are concerned about their mental health are not seeking treatment, NHS England has launched a new campaign to…
Benefit assessments process is continuing to fail people with mental health problems
The leading mental health charity Mind has given evidence to the parliamentary Work and Pensions Committee, and have called for a reformed benefit assessment process, which has for far too…
What does PTSD and anxiety look like in the brain?
The root of PTSD and anxious, avoidant or hyperresponsive symptoms in those exposed to acute stress and trauma has long been discussed. Now, research from UC Berkley and UC San…
Blue Monday, SAD and tackling winter blues
Blue Monday is the third Monday in January and widely recognised as the 'most depressing day of the year'. A mix of low finances and low mood after the Christmas…
‘Stop Abuse Together’ campaign launches as online child abuse reaches record levels
In light of staggering statistics by internet watchdog, Internet Watch Foundation, on online child abuse, the government is joining forces to take a stand against abuse by launching their own…
The return of psychiatric neurosurgery: can it be ethical this time?
Neurosurgical psychiatric techniques, such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), are reviving in popularity as subjects of inquiry and research. But regarding the controversial history of psychiatric neurosurgery, how can these…
Health and Social Care Bill must commit Government to mental health investment, says Mind
Mental health charity Mind has welcomed a House of Lords amendment to the Health and Social Care Bill that would commit this and future governments to invest in mental health…
Neurovascular study uncovers distinct sex-based biological markers of depression
A new study has sought to explain the sex-based difference in risk and symptom manifestation of severe depression.
Samaritans pilot new virtual chat service
The Samaritans in collaboration with Anglia Ruskin University have launched a new hub delivering online support.
Taekwondo linked to significantly improved emotional self-regulation in children
A University of Surrey study has linked improved children emotional self-regulation with in-school taekwondo lessons.