April, 2017
More than 322 million diagnosed with depression in 2015, says WHO
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has revealed.
Mental Health
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March, 2017
Mental health conditions may affect the body’s ability to heal physical wounds, study suggests
A new UK study has found that psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression could be directly linked to the speed in which physical wounds are able to heal.
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February, 2017
Mental health conditions common amongst young British women, says study
A new study suggests that mental health conditions and psychological distress are common amongst young women aged between 16-24 – but that many young people are failing to seek support.
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February, 2017
Babies born premature more likely to experience mental health problems in adulthood, says study
A new study suggests that babies who are born premature run a higher risk of experiencing mental health problems into adulthood.
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February, 2017
Young brits have second to worst mental health wellbeing in the world
A worldwide survey has revealed that young British people are among the demographics most likely to suffer from poor mental health wellbeing.
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January, 2017
Quitting smoking linked to improved mental health, says study
Successfully quitting smoking may lead to improved mental health, particularly in patients with depression, a new study had found.
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January, 2017
Young women at “high-risk” of mental illness
Young women are now a “high-risk group” for mental illness, according to a new report.
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January, 2017
BBC to broadcast “thought provoking” mental health films
The BBC has said that it will broadcast a wide range of films, programmes and documentaries exploring mental health this year.