A UK television actress has opened up about her experiences with depression and bipolar disorder, in a bid to reiterate the importance of seeking appropriate treatment and support. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2016
Doctors warn of dangers of using alternative medicine for autism
Doctors have warned of the use of “alternative medicines” for children with autism after a four-year-old boy fell ill after taking a variety of vitamin supplements. Continue reading
Researchers one step closer to earlier diagnosis of autism
Researchers have found a unique genetic basis found in autism genes that may lead to earlier diagnosis of the condition, a report has revealed. Continue reading
Mental illnesses could be linked to ‘overlooked’ gene, say scientists
UK scientists have discovered that a defective gene typically associated with high blood pressure could be linked to several neurodevelopmental conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and other mental illnesses. Continue reading
Almost a quarter of a million young people receiving mental health care in England
Around a quarter of a million children and young adults are receiving help from NHS mental health services for problems such as depression, anxiety and eating disorders, new figures have revealed. Continue reading