Video game addiction is a mental health illness, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has claimed after 10 years of research. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: December 2017
Research hopes to improve understanding of bipolar disorder
A new study claims to have pinpointed the ‘key characteristics’ of bipolar disorder. Continue reading
Facebook asks: Is social media bad for our mental health?
Facebook has pointed out the multiple benefits, as well as the many negatives, of using social media and the impact it has on your mental health. Continue reading
Obsession with selfies is a genuine mental health condition, says university
The obsession to post “selfies” is a genuine mental health condition, scientists at Nottingham Trent University have claimed. Continue reading
Christmas: a taxing time for mental health
With the full-swing of the festive season almost upon us, magazines, charities and media outlets have been trying to raise awareness of mental health, amid concerns that for some, Christmas can exacerbate depression and anxiety. Continue reading
Barbershop scheme aims to address stigma of male mental health
A barber shop has introduced a new scheme designed to get men talking about their mental health, with fears that many are keeping their emotions bottled up. Continue reading
Football club takes mental health by the horns
A professional football club is tackling mental health head-on as it introduces specialist wellbeing classes for its up and coming players. Continue reading
Boxing legend opens up about bipolar disorder
Iconic boxing star Frank Bruno has opened up about his experiences with bipolar disorder. Continue reading