Mental Health
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World autism plea
Global experts called for more resources for children’s mental health issues to mark World Autism Day yesterday. Read more
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Mental turmoil linked to heart disease
Anger, hostility and depression all aggravate the risk of major heart problems, according to two new studies published last night. Read more
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Negative emotions do not affect IVF success
Women who suffer from anxiety and depression do not have a lower rate of success when undergoing in vitro fertilisation (IVF). They are also no more likely to drop out of treatment, new research suggests. Read more
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Trauma sufferers may benefit from computer game
Computer game addicts may sometimes claim they are therapeutic – and they now have some support. Read more
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Happiness is contagious, say scientists
Happiness is a contagious condition, medical researchers reported today. Read more
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Doubts over benefit of Gingko biloba
Gingko biloba, a herb widely-used to protect the brain, may not have any beneficial effect against dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, researchers reported today. Read more
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Increase in ‘sectioning’ for psychiatric disorders
New figures show that the number of psychiatric patients "sectioned" and admitted to inpatient NHS care has increased dramatically. Read more
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New project highlights global mental health needs
People with mental disorders in the developing world are not getting the help they need, the World Health Organisation warned today. Read more