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Serious Games are a growing form of media to impart information to people in a ‘fun’ and informal manner
A new study suggests that it is protein, not sugar, that stimulates cells which keep us thin and awake.
5-10% of children are affected by ADHD, but wouldn’t you like to be able to know if this is the case with your child?
A new study has identified factors that could account for the differences in recovery time from PTSD
Repeatedly heading a football increases the risk of brain injury and cognitive impairment, according to new research
Mental Health Foundation welcomes new data on the use of specialist mental health services
People with mental illness ‘still live 15-20 years less’
Tragic death of Gary Speed forces players to speak out
Sad and shocking statistics show young people's body image insecurities
We catch up with a Uni student whose Final Major Project is a little bit different...
Canadian pilot study supports the use of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for major depressive disorder
The Mental Health (Discrimination) Bill completed its 2nd reading in the House of Lords today
Author Andrew Don speaks to Mental Healthy
An investigation looks at whether financial incentives could encourage people to change their unhealthy behaviours
Psychological therapy services demonstrate benefits for patients but further improvement is needed
Analysis of trends in mental health medication usage in America reveal some startling findings.
Study shows that alcoholics can perform simple tasks equally as well as health counterparts but their brains have to work a lot harder
Fourteen caregivers from around the world have been announced in the inaugural Shire BRAVE Awards
A recent UK study suggests that a new psychological treatment can reduce depression in just two months
New study shows that genetic mutations impair a specific signallin pathway which is crucial for normal brain development
North East charities have welcomed the news that Northern Rock’s new owner will continue to support health services
Study suggests that if a mother is depressed, that will affect how the baby develops after it is born.
But senior military psychologist says long dwell times are the best option
The nine winners of the 3rd annual RCPsych Awards have been announced
Research suggests that a high childhood IQ may be linked to later life illegal drug use
New research suggests that people find owning a cat has a positive impact on their mental wellbeing
New measures to support the training standards of healthcare assistants were unveiled by Health Secretary Andrew Lansley
Some older adults may turn to alcohol and cigarettes as a way to cope during times of financial difficulty
New research findings have shed light onto the 2011 riots which occurred around Britain
Ex-Oasis singer's remarks to NME prompt Mind to speak out
Nicky Morgan’s FOI request follows tragic death of teenager
Football players experience head trauma which results in both short and long-term effects to their physical and mental health
Artwork created by serice users at Gemini art project unveiled in Lincoln County Hospital
‘Fast facts’ about mental health conditions which affect people who are, or who have served in the armed forces
A new therapeutic group for carers is offered by The Harbour, a Bristol-based charity
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