Mental Health Related Content
Forensic treatment of young people as a chance
Insights into the forensic treatment of teenagers and adolescents at Pfalzklinikum are given here by Laura Kirschbacher.
Family caregiver training in dementia care
Here, the Department of Medicine & Therapeutics discuss family caregiver training in dementia care.
Study finds eating disorder hospitalisations increased during pandemic
According to researchers in Michigan, eating disorder hospitalisations among adolescents increased during the COVID pandemic - as "their entire worlds were turned upside down overnight".
Adverse Childhood Experiences project given £3.8 million funding
The Adverse Childhood Experiences project, led by Professor Kam Bhui and Professor Eunice Ma, aims to create interventions for children who suffer from life-shaping trauma.
NHS digital publishes data on the health of LGB adults for the first time
National representative data on the health outcomes and health behaviours of lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) adults in England has been published by NHS Digital for the first time.
Indiana team explores nanoparticle cure for neurological disorders
Indiana University School of Medicine researchers are attempting to use magnetic nanoparticles to develop a cure for neurological disorders from epilepsy to Alzheimer's - without any invasive or genetic treatment.
Stress hormone decreases when women speak to female friends
Scientists found that the stress hormone in women decreases when they speak to their female friends - supporting the 'tend-and-befriend' hypothesis.
Parents with chronically sick children more likely to have mental health issues
Parents across the US with children who have complex medical conditions (CMCs) are more likely to have mental health issues and lack community support, according to new research.
Development of tech to track people with dementia getting lost
Timothy Kwok, Director, Jockey Club Centre for Positive Ageing, explores how technology can help track people with dementia who get lost.
Study finds COVID increased “forced labour” in garment supply chains
This study examined 302 factories, finding that forced labour and exploitation increased in garment supply chains across Ethiopia, Honduras, India and Myanmar.
US study finds young Queer people still face health inequalities
Despite legal and some institutional progress, young people in the US who identify as Lesbian, Gay or Bisexual still face distinct health inequalities.
Study finds link between partisan ideology and victim blaming
When it comes to discussions about sexual assault, a new study suggests a link between strong partisan ideology and victim blaming.
Towards a long-term Mental Health Strategy
Chairs of the Parliament’s Coalition for Mental Health and Wellbeing demand immediate action to address the growing mental health crisis and the creation of a long-term Mental Health Strategy.
Study finds 37% of doctors wanted to quit before COVID-19
A new study by The University of Manchester found that 37% of GPs intended to quit direct patient care, even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
The evolution of care in a post-COVID world
Imogen Keane, Business Development Manager at Service Robotics Ltd, explores how the remote care revolution is helping to address loneliness for the most vulnerable in our communities.
Ontario postpartum mental health visits rise by 30% during COVID-19
Postpartum mental health visits for new mothers increased by 30% during the COVID-19 pandemic, as researchers suggest that the increased use of virtual appointments may have removed barriers to care.
The Digital Services Act is tiptoeing towards regulatory failure
Konstantinos Komaitis, Senior Director, Policy Development at the Internet Society argues that upload filters should not be part of the proposed DSA legislation.
Scientists say COVID has worst impact on mental health of teenage girls
Scientists analysed 59,000 Icelandic adolescents to understand the psychological impact of COVID-19 - now, they say the pandemic has significantly harmed the mental health of teenage girls.
Crime levels dropped 37% in COVID lockdowns across different countries
According to research by Cambridge University, urban crime levels dropped roughly 37% over COVID lockdowns - across 23 different countries in Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East.
Scientists examine link between COVID pressures and suicidal feelings
A study by Swansea University, Cardiff University, and the NHS in Wales found that COVID lockdown stressors like social isolation, domestic abuse, and financial issues were clearly linked to suicidal feelings and actions.