Mental Health
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Antidepressant withdrawal underestimated
Millions of antidepressant users in the UK are potentially affected by withdrawal symptoms. Read more
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Warning as self-harm rife among teens
Very large numbers of young teenage girls are self-harming – and doubts about sexuality increase the risk, according to the findings of an analysis published today. Read more
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How victory in the semis will aid dementia patients
World Cup victory on Wednesday night will lead to days of replays of England’s 1966 triumph – and this may benefit many elderly people with dementia, according to a senior doctor. Read more
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Cancer suicide link warning
Mental health is a crucial issue for patients diagnosed with the least treatable forms of cancer, a conference has heard. Read more
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Gaming joins new ICD
Gaming disorder is a new entry to the latest version of the international directory of diseases, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Loneliness ‘bad for heart’
Loneliness and lack of social networks are bad for the heart and is also a strong predictor of premature death, according to a new Danish study. Read more
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How job stress threatens health
Men with cardiometabolic disease are at a raised risk of death if they experience job strain, researchers warn today. Read more
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Song contest gives public health boost
The Eurovision Song Contest plays a huge part in improving national well-being, a public health specialist claims today. Read more
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MDMA may benefit PTSD
The banned drug MDMA could be a useful addition to the treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, researchers say today. Read more
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Dementia risk associated with mid-life anxiety
Mid-life anxiety could be linked to the development of dementia later in life, according to a new analysis. Read more