Exercise should be part of psychiatric treatment
People with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, depression or bipolar disorder die on average ten to 20 years earlier than the general population. The main...
Mental Health
The Mental Health section encompasses a broad range of topics focusing on various aspects of mental health, including conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. It covers diverse subjects such as the lifelong impact of shopping addiction, the nuances of post-traumatic stress disorder, and the societal implications of issues like gambling addiction and discrimination in healthcare. The section also delves into enhancing mental clarity, the challenges faced by unpaid carers, and the social exclusion of people in pain. Additionally, it explores innovative approaches to mental health, like using music therapeutically and addressing seasonal depression, underlining the multifaceted nature of mental health concerns and their impact on individuals and society.
UK wide database on depression set to grow
A Queen's University researcher is helping to develop the world's largest ever dataset for severe depression, which will span all four-nations of the UK. The...
Breaking the ice for men’s mental health
From 1st January, 2026, a unique partnership between a hospice charity and a cold-water therapy charity will be increasing men’s awareness of and access to...
Significant mental health benefits of adult-worn slings
New Durham University Study Highlights Significant Mental Health and Developmental Benefits of Adult-Worn Slings and Carriers A new study conducted by Durham University’s Infancy &...
Men under more pressure than ever
New Vitality research reveals how social media and modern pressures are impacting men – and the simple steps that can help ease the strain before...
1 in 3 doctors and nurses report depression
1 in 3 doctors and nurses report depression and 1 in 10 experience passive suicidal thoughts, finds landmark new WHO/Europe survey. Doctors and nurses in...
Coercive control puts children at risk of mental illness later in life
Children who experience coercive control face an increased risk of developing a mental illness in adulthood, a new childhood domestic violence study has found. University...
Childhood trauma linked later life health problems
Childhood trauma linked to mental health problems and chronic pain in later life New research from the University of Aberdeen challenges the current view that...
New lipid-based pathway discovered as key to memory formation
A new lipid-based pathway essential for memory formation has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers – a breakthrough that could lead to treatments for...
Understanding Your Mind Can Improve Daily Life
Getting curious about how your mind works isn’t just for people in therapy or during a crisis–it’s something that can benefit everyone. When you understand...
