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NHS limiting ADHD assessments to save money despite soaring demand

FoIs show integrated care boards in England are curbing assessments but have not told GPs or patients who face long waits

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15

The common diabetes symptom linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study has found that people who experience post-meal blood sugar spikes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Weighted Blankets Claim to Help You Get the Best Night’s Sleep Ever – 4 Best to Invest In

Better quality sleep = better life.

Marie Claire · Jan 15

Why Exercise Is Vital for Managing Depression Symptoms, According to Science

Research: ‘Exercise may result in a reduction in depressive symptoms', potentially just as much as therapy or medication.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 13

NHS overspending by £164m a year on ADHD, report reveals

A think tank report reveals spending on ADHD services is estimated to reach £314m by April 2026 - more than double the annual budget

The Independent UK · Jan 13

Children born in 2020s spending double the recommended time on screens, study warns

Researchers say toddlers who spend more time watching screens score lower on vocabulary tests

The Independent UK · Jan 13

NHS 'overspending by £164m a year on ADHD services' amid surge in private assessments

It comes after Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced a review into ADHD diagnoses

Evening Standard · Jan 13

New sound therapy found to flush out toxic Alzheimer’s proteins from brain

Method may lead to sustained long-term protection against Alzheimer’s symptoms, researchers say

The Independent UK · Jan 13

New study reveals around a quarter of dementia patients are prescribed risky drugs despite safety warnings

Roughly 25 percent of dementia patients were prescribed at least one ‘potentially inappropriate’ drug between 2013 and 2021

The Independent UK · Jan 13

I was struggling to get out of bed until I tried this golden sleep hygiene rule — now I get up early and feel full of energy from the start

How my SAD therapy light gets me out of bed and why you need to add some sunshine to your winter mornings.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 13