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Widow of acclaimed football manager Matt Beard claims club ‘bullied’ him before his death

The former Liverpool Women’s manager experienced a ‘decline’ in his mental health before dying aged 47

The Independent UK

Staff Cuts, Departures Leave VA Short Hundreds of Mental Health Providers, Straining Veteran Care

According to a 2025 report, more than 90 percent of VA facilities reported severe shortages of doctors and nearly 80 percent reported severe shortages of nurses.

Latin Times

7 Expert-Backed Signs You’re With the Right Person for Life

Finding the right person is one of the most important emotional experiences in life, yet many people struggle to understand what a truly healthy relationship actually looks like. In today’s world, social media and modern dating trends often confuse emotional drama with real love. But lasting relationships are usually built…

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How Americans Are Seeking Mental Health Care in 2026: The Trends Reshaping Treatment and Access

Mental health care in the United States has been changing faster in the past five years than in the previous fifty.

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Kinship children ‘could be pushed into care’ unless they get better mental health support, charity warns

In a survey of kinship carers, some 60.1% said their children are not getting mental health support to deal with their trauma

The Independent UK

New Medicaid Cuts Could Quietly Leave Millions of Women Without Coverage

For millions of American women, Medicaid is more than just a safety net—it’s a lifeline that makes routine doctor visits, prenatal care, and mental health support possible. Yet recent policy shifts and proposed funding cuts are raising alarms among healthcare advocates who warn that coverage gaps could widen quickly. While…

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AI Chatbots Fueling Body Dysmorphia: The Dark New Trend in Appearance Rating

The rise of artificial intelligence has reshaped how we communicate, learn, and even evaluate ourselves. A growing number of users are turning to AI tools to rate their appearance, often seeking validation or curiosity-driven feedback. However, this trend is quietly fueling a serious mental health concern: AI chatbots and body…

Budget and the Bees

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‘Is all my struggle going to be wasted?’ Ghana study explores how mothers feel about early births

About 10% of births – that’s about 15 million babies – are born prematurely worldwide each year, making preterm births a major global health concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines preterm birth as delivery before 37 completed weeks of gestation.

The Conversation

RFK Jr. just launched a crusade to pull antidepressants from millions, ignoring the doctors screaming about a gaping hole in his plan

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just launched a federal push to slash antidepressant prescriptions across the U.S., framing the move as a fix for overmedication. However, psychiatrists warn the plan ignores the real crisis: millions of people who can’t even get basic mental health care in the first place. The Department…

The Mary Sue

Restricting Speech By Purportedly Protecting Children

Around the world, governments are censoring speech with the stated goal of shielding youth from online harms.

Reason

What Mobile Phones Do to Your Child’s Brain, Experts Warn

In homes across the world, mobile phones have quietly become part of childhood, often used to calm, entertain, or even educate children, but what seems like a harmless habit is now raising serious concerns among researchers and paediatric experts. Studies increasingly show that excessive screen exposure is not just changing…

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An Australian climber is taking two months to scale Mount Everest. It could still be a speed record

INTERVIEW: Oliver Foran’s 60-day sea-to-summit bid is driven by personal loss and a mission to help others seek the mental health help that he wishes he received at the age of 16. He speaks to Maroosha Muzaffar

The Independent UK

'We Couldn't Find Him': NHS Discharges Nottingham Killer Valdo Calocane After They Failed To Find Him For Treatment

An inquiry reveals NHS mental health services discharged Valdo Calocane before his fatal attacks due to non-engagement, highlighting gaps in managing complex cases

International Business Times UK

Triple killer was discharged from mental health services ‘because NHS trust could not find him’

Inquiry hears Valdo Calocane’s last engagement with EIP team had been by phone, when he lied about being abroad

The Independent UK

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The Nottingham Inquiry Finds NHS Discharged Schizophrenic Man from Psych Ward Months Before He Killed 3 People

A Nottingham inquiry into the Nottingham killings on 13 June 2023, reveals systemic failures in mental health services, highlighting missed warning signs and communication gaps that contributed to the deaths of three individuals.

The Guardian - AU

From the Pocket: uncomfortable questions have rightly been asked of Carlton – their response doesn’t cut it

There are valid roadblocks to getting full answers on why Elijah Hollands was allowed to play, but a modicum of contrition is not too much to ask

The Conversation

Need to see a psychologist? How to find one that’s right for you

After weeks (or months) of putting it off, you book a longer appointment with your GP to talk about your mental health. You explain that you’ve been feeling low, anxious and overwhelmed. They suggest seeing a psychologist.

Euronews

An apple a day keeps the childhood tantrums away, study finds

Children's diets may influence their mental health, with fruit and vegetables linked to better behaviour, according to a new study.

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The Independent UK

Football club fined for not doing enough to remove player from field during mental health issue

Australian rules football club Carlton has been fined 75,000 Australian dollars ($54,000) for its lapse handling of a player’s on-field mental health episode

Budget and the Bees

Online Abuse Is Rising: 27% of Women Report Harassment, and Deepfakes Are Making It Worse

The internet has made communication faster, broader, and more accessible, but it has also opened the door to a troubling rise in online abuse. Recent data shows that 27% of women report experiencing some form of harassment online, ranging from threatening messages to targeted intimidation campaigns. What’s even more alarming…

Budget and the Bees

Coffee Rewires Your Gut and Brain—Decaf Improves Memory, Caffeine Cuts Anxiety

Coffee has long been a morning ritual, but new research suggests it does far more than wake you up—it may actively reshape your gut and brain. Scientists are increasingly exploring how compounds in coffee influence the gut microbiome, which in turn affects mood, memory, and mental clarity. Interestingly, both caffeinated…

The Independent UK

RFK Jr wants to fix mental health crisis by pushing Americans to quit antidepressants

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US to take steps to curb antidepressant prescribing, RFK Jr says

Plan promotes ‘deprescribing’ as psychiatrists warn crisis stems from lack of access to care, not overuse

The Independent UK

RFK Jr targets Zoloft and Prozac in latest MAHA push to kick America’s drug habit

‘Today, we take clear and decisive action to confront our nation’s mental health crisis,’ Kennedy said

Sports Illustrated

The Night Banana Ball Stood Still: Jackson Olson's Battle With Panic Attacks

Olson missed time last year while secretly dealing with sudden mental health issues. His journey back to the field culminated with a childhood dream come true.

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