Mental Health

What true support looks like for Indigenous mental health recovery

Geoffrey Roth, member of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, highlights the mental health crisis faced by Indigenous Peoples. He advocates for a holistic approach to health that connects mental wellbeing with cultural identity, community governance, and environmental health, as emphasized in the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Happiness-based mindfulness: The ripple effect of kindness

The science of giving: Dr Sara Spowart on how acts of kindness and compassion improve mental health, happiness, self-esteem, and fulfillment.

The UK government’s plans to address men’s health this Movember

This Movember, the UK government has announced plans to create a national Men’s Health Strategy, a long-awaited initiative that will address the health challenges faced by men across the country.

Hidden battles: The unseen crisis of men’s mental health

The prevalence of men’s mental health disorders is increasingly a subject of concern. The recent rise in the number of deaths by suicide in that same demographic tells us an alarming story and suggests that it impacts more men than we might think. Sandra Stein tells us more.

Improving care for mental health patients

The UK government has reassessed the previously outdated Mental Health Act to promote treating patients more humanely and address disparities.

Deaf children and mental health

The National Deaf Children’s Society is the leading charity for the UK’s 50,000 deaf children. Emma Fraser, Teacher of the Deaf at the NDCS, discusses challenges that deaf children and their families can face and how a more inclusive environment can be created.

Researchers explore empathogens and psychedelics for PTSD treatment

In a groundbreaking initiative to treat severe mental health conditions, a new research group in Cambridgeshire is conducting clinical trials to investigate the potential benefits of empathogens and psychedelics.

How children process trauma may hold the key to mental health outcomes

Improving mental health outcomes: A recent study from the University of East Anglia explains why some children and adolescents develop mental health disorders like...

ADHD awareness month: Understanding the condition and supporting the community

October marks ADHD Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness and provide reliable information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Potential PTSD treatment for veterans

There could be potential for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military veterans.

Why are hobbies so important, and why are women being left out of them?

Here, we explore why women don’t appear to have the time for hobbies in our modern society, why women’s hobbies are seen as less worthwhile than men's, and what the physical and mental benefits of engaging in hobbies are.

NICE-recommended digital therapies set to free up NHS therapist hours

The NHS is turning to digital therapies to meet the rising demand for mental health services, with record numbers of people seeking help for anxiety and depression.

Recognising the signs of PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions worldwide, but its impact often goes unrecognised. This condition can develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, such as accidents, abuse, natural disasters or combat.

Supporting young people with their mental health

headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation provides early intervention mental health services to 12-25-year-olds. Each year, headspace helps thousands of young people access vital support through its centres in 163 communities across Australia. CEO Jason Trethowan tells us more about the charity’s work.

World suicide prevention day 2024: Start the conversation

Suicide is a major public health crisis, claiming over 700,000 lives globally each year.

Poverty stigma and mental health

Shari McDaid, Head of Policy & Public Affairs for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland at the Mental Health Foundation, discusses new research focused on the mental health effects of poverty stigma.

New report highlights nurses’ crucial role in supporting the mental health of stroke survivors

A new report from the American Stroke Association emphasises the critical role nurses play in addressing the emotional and social health challenges that stroke survivors often face.

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