Employers need not always be told that a job applicant has been detained under the Mental Health Act, according to new government guidance aimed at combating the stigma around mental illness. Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2015
Study reveals that Crohn’s disease and colitis are linked to anxiety disorder
Following the release of a study conducted by researchers at the University of Toronto, people with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis have been found to have double the chance of having anxiety disorder when compared to individuals without inflammatory bowel conditions. Continue reading
Premier Inn provides employment training scheme for people with learning disabilities
A joint project between Derwen College in Shropshire and Premier Inn has seen students with learning disabilities gaining valuable experience in the hotel industry. Continue reading
‘Brain training’ game helps people with schizophrenia
A computer game based on scientific theory regarding ‘training’ the brain to increase episodic memory, which was primarily designed by neuroscientists, has helped schizophrenia patients to recover their ability to carry out everyday tasks. Continue reading
Ketogenic diet found to be effective for children with refractory epilepsy
A trial aimed to evaluate the efficiency of the Ketogenic diet in children that suffer from uncontrollable epileptic fits has concluded there is a link between the dietary treatment and the controlling of symptoms. Continue reading
Anxiety and depression caused by stress could be linked to bacteria in the intestines
Following a recent study, scientists at a university in Canada have discovered that both anxiety and depression could be linked to the presence of bacteria in the intestines. Continue reading
‘Immense breakthrough’ as it is discovered schizophrenia begins early in life
How one critical gene functions during the first week after a baby’s birth may have a bearing on his/her developing schizophrenia, reveals a new study. Continue reading
NHS doctors receive new guidance regarding referrals for suspected bipolar cases
New guidance to help doctors and medical professionals refer patients with suspected bipolar disorder has been circulated by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Continue reading