Mental Health News

Mental Health news

The UK's biggest news source dedicated soley to mental health. With new mental health news going live daily. We report on the stories that matter to you; from breaking news, new studies and surveys, medical breakthroughs, charity and government news, even real-life and celebrity accounts of mental illness. We get to the heart of issues that matter to you.

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Regular training required to reduce the number of illegally adminstrated drugs
GP surgeries and chemists forced to close in areas hit by riots.
New research suggests that people can become addicted to tanning beds
Mel C criticises Rihanna for her the overtly sexual performances
With shocking survey results and damning press coverage, it is time to take a look at mental health in India.
Emerging research finds new genetic influences for ADHD and an association with ASD
Researchers find that light helps to reduce fear and anxiety and could lead to new treatments
Young people in Wales can now attend courses to help them to manage their mental health disorders
New paper explains how stresss can cause exam failure
Study finds that men can develop sexyal problems when their partner is too close to their friends
RCCP issues warning over 'worrying cuts' to mental health services in the NHS.
Man suffering from schizophrenia dies six days after arrest
Mitch Winehouse talks about plans for the Amy Winehouse Foundation
“My Name is Moose” by Martin Usborne is clever and moving
Mental health service users help to assess changes in their care
Practicing optimism, performing acts of kindness and counting one’s blessings all help to lift depression.
Uproar after child model Thylane Lena-Rose Blondeau appears in French Vogue
New study shows that belief that God is benevolent helps relieve stress symptoms
Relationships at work are important to reduce stress and can increase longevity
Nursing student set up 'Mental Wealth Matters' campaign at University of Manchester
Book on autism an inspiration for families affected by this condition
Cuts in spending may reduce jobs while huge investment in “appreciative leadership” training programme raises questions
Over-eating has been linked to depression, now a new approach to weight loss has been suggested
Tragic death as charitable Chief Executive accidentally falls in Lake District, aged 61
New statistics on mental health for 2010-11 and 2011-12
Choice Support consortium to take part in a new project 'Acting Together'
Authors concerned about impact on mental health
Discovery of a mechanism in the brains explains the memory of stressful situations
Research show link between smoking and depression
Family doctors may be vital to reduce the number of suicides
Study in 10-11 year olds warns about "multi-screen viewing"
In light of new research we look at why anxiety is so common in the abused
Alex Reid has talked about his love for Chantelle Houghton and their wish to have children
Women who experience gender-based violence at increased risk of mental health disorders
National anti-bullying campaign by Secrets deodorant is backed by stars
The right parenting style can reduce child depression and anxiety
New figures shows that the number of prescriptions issued in 2010 in Wales is higher than the population of the nation
Recommendations for change include the GP diagnosis of depression
Profession with highest rates of suicide and student depression is concerning