Health Psychology3 days ago
'You can talk about your feelings without anybody judging you'
Around 100 school children have taken part in an art project to help them deal with bereavement.
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Mental Health3 days ago
NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry finds
England-focused mental health review returns stark warning and calls for shift to ‘needs-led’ systemExplainer | What has the Fonagy review found and what does it recommend?Analysis | No ‘snowflakes’: mental health review…
Mental Health3 days ago
NHS England mental health services review: what has it found and what does it recommend?
Prof Peter Fonagy’s 607-page report is categoric that mental distress has increased substantially and ‘cannot be explained by greater awareness alone’Full report | NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and…
Mental Health3 days ago
No ‘snowflakes’: mental health review says today’s youth have it harder and harms are real
Peter Fonagy lauds courage of young people and warns of consequences of rising prevalence of mental illnessFull report | NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry findsExplainer |…
Mental Health3 days ago
New Ofsted inspection regime damaging teachers, survey says
Nine in 10 school heads who responded say inspections still ‘negatively affected’ staff mental wellbeingSchool inspections in England continue to damage the mental wellbeing of teachers and senior leaders, according to a…
Policy3 days ago
India Mental Health Alliance (IMHA) champions lived experience as central to shaping mental healthcare practice, service design and policy
IMHA was founded with the belief that mental health is a shared developmental priority for the nation, and building a strong system of care requires collective responsibility. Over the past two years, ...
Neuropsychology3 days ago
Scientists Identify a Brain 'Death Complex' That May Help Explain Why Neurons Die in Alzheimer’s
New research links karyoptosis in Alzheimer’s disease to nuclear collapse, offering potential therapeutic targets to slow neuron loss.
Child Psychology3 days ago
ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says report, as author warns of rise in mental ill health
Prof Peter Fonagy, who chaired the review, tells Radio 4's Today programme there has been a "very real" rise in "distress and mental ill health among young people".
Trauma3 days ago
Sexual Assault Survivors' Stories May Shift Over Time: Psychologist Explains Why
For a survivor of rape, an inability to clearly name the assault for what it was is a common outcome of the biological and psychological factors at play during acute stress.
School & Education3 days ago
Workplace bullying: How to identify and deal with it
Workplace bullying and adult bullying in general are big problems in the United States. According to a 2021 Workplace Bullying Institute Survey, 49% of Americans say that they’ve been impacted by ...
Mental Health3 days ago
North Cumbria maternity mental health service faces closure
North Cumbria mothers face gaps in mental health support as Together We’s maternity link-worker service risks closure amid funding shortages for local families.
Clinical Psychology3 days ago
Psychedelics vs. Western medicine | The industry fight #Sportsing #IanMcCall
In this Sportsing Short, Ian McCall breaks down the ongoing clash between psychedelic therapy and traditional Western medicine. Ian discusses why the conversation has become so polarized, how ...
Health Psychology3 days ago
Health Secretary Kennedy touts an initiative to study vaccine safety
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has established a new clinic at the National Institutes of Health to study vaccine injuries. It's part of a larger administration effort on vaccine safety.
Child Psychology3 days ago
Psychology says children who ask you to repeat a silly word may be enjoying more than the joke
The joy of silly words captivates children as they anticipate the playful sounds, fostering laughter and social interaction. While adults might not share this enthusiasm for long, children revel in ...
Clinical Psychology3 days ago
[Comparative Clinical Psychology, Part 2] What is the Exploration of AI Clinical Psychology Depicted in the Anime 'PSYCHO-PASS'?
The Core of the Article! Logical SummaryAs a master's student in clinical psychology, the author unravels the foresight of the sci-fi anime 'PSYCHO-PASS' and reveals the extremes and limitations of AI ...
Psychology3 days ago
Do We All See Anger Same Way?
Anger is one of the emotions most easily recognised in human facial expressions. However, not everyone perceives this emotion in the same way. A study ...
Positive Psychology3 days ago
Apple Watch: Users can earn a special digital badge for meditation on World Mental Health Day
Record mindful minutes through yoga or meditation workouts to unlock a special digital award today. Track emotions via the health app and mindfulness tools.
Child Psychology3 days ago
ADHD and autism could be at risk of overdiagnosis
A major independent review calls for “a new model of care and radical reform”, moving from a “diagnosis-dependent” to a “needs-led” system.
Mental Health3 days ago
Understanding India’s Mental Health Mindset: Insights from अ-Nishchit Index 2.0 by Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance
Indians believe mental health issues are rising across society, while nearly 80% hesitate to seek therapy or counselling ~ ~ Survey of 3583 respondents across 20 cities show attitudes to mental health ...
Health Psychology3 days ago
Suicide is up among Black Americans. We need to talk about it.
NPR's Michel Martin hosted a panel conversation about mental health and suicide in the Black community, exploring a difficult subject in deeply personal conversations.
Family & Relationships3 days ago
Self-Introduction: Why I am starting 'Stories on Parenting and Psychology.'
Psychology stories I wish I had known while raising childrenNice to meet you. I am Yuri, a heart-nurturing coach.In this note, I will write about the mechanisms of the human heart, parent-child ...
Neuropsychology3 days ago
Higher BMI Linked to Longer Survival After a Dementia Diagnosis
A study of 4,500+ adults shows overweight or obese BMI at dementia diagnosis is linked to significantly lower mortality risk, highlighting metabolic reserves.
Neuropsychology3 days ago
Can We Predict Hearing Loss Long Before Symptoms Ever Start?
Precision phenotyping combining audiometric data and genetics predicts sensorineural hearing loss far more accurately than standard billing codes.
Positive Psychology3 days ago
Apple offers Watch award and new meditation for World Mental Health Day
Apple Watch users can earn a limited-edition award on October 10 for World Mental Health Day, as Apple adds a new 20-minute sleep meditation to Fitness+.
Mental Health3 days ago
FDA Approves Once-Monthly Subcutaneous Olanzapine for Schizophrenia
The FDA has approved olanzapine extended-release injectable suspension (Weltruza; Teva Pharmaceuticals), a once-monthly subcutaneous long-acting injectable (LAI) for the treatment ...
Child Psychology3 days ago
CQC to regulate autism and ADHD diagnostic assessments
The Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) have asked us to regulate all diagnostic assessments for autism and ADHD, once new regulations are in place. The announcement follows publication of an ...
Child Psychology3 days ago
ADHD and autism review: NHS must move away from diagnosis linked support system, report says
ADHD and autism diagnosis in England needs a “fundamental shift,” say the authors of a major government backed review. The Fonagy review1 was tasked with investigating rising demand for mental health, ...
Clinical Psychology3 days ago
Young People Reveal the Double-Edged Nature of Online Eating Disorder Content
A qualitative synthesis of 13 studies reveals how young people with eating disorders experience online content as simultaneously supportive and harmful.
Cognitive Psychology3 days ago
Modern Classrooms Project Raises $12 Million to Build a Free Math Curriculum Grounded in Cognitive Science
Middle school launches in summer 2027 and high school in summer 2028. Core instructional materials will be free to every teacher, school, district, and family, and teachable with no screens at all or ...
Neuropsychology3 days ago
Your Mistakes May Have Real Structure: New Brain Research
When we juggle tasks, the brain may not be overloaded or distracted. New research indicates information from one task leaks into another.