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Thursday briefing: What a new report reveals about the mothers being killed by their sons

In today’s newsletter: A new report fills a significant gap in data on femicide – and suggests how much is left to do to reduce the toll

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s hell on earth for me’: how did Joe Black overdose in a homeless hostel with zero tolerance for drugs?

Joe was a gifted musician who struggled with addiction and poor mental health. When he got a place at an award-winning ‘sanctuary’ in London, it sounded perfect. The reality was shockingly different

The Guardian - UK

Mental health patients not reporting abuse as they fear revenge, experts suggest

Researchers suggest there should be social workers present on wards.

The Independent UK

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Revealed: Nearly a million Londoners say they can't work full-time because of a 'health condition'

Big increase in young Londoners unable to work due to poor mental health

Evening Standard

‘A real injustice’: mothers killed by their children is still a hidden issue in UK

Research shows that mothers are seen as a ‘safe space’ for their offspring – nearly all of them sons – to use violence

The Guardian - UK

‘You took the life of someone who had given you life’: the women killed by their sons

In the past 15 years, nearly one in 10 women killed at the hands of men were killed by their sons – here we look at 10 cases

The Guardian - UK

Medics sound alarm over planned funding cuts to ‘vital’ eating disorder services

The Royal College of Psychiatrists raised particular concerns about early access to treatment.

The Independent UK

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Daylight Savings 2025: Do You Gain Or Lose One Hour, When Is It and How It Affects Your Body

DST can disrupt our sleep-wake cycle, potentially increasing the risk of cardiovascular issues, as well as injuries and mental health problems.

International Business Times UK

A basic income can be a strong investment in mental health

Over half of Canadians feel “financially paralyzed” by the cost-of-living crisis, according to a recent poll. As life becomes more unaffordable for more people, we need governments to create policies that will improve public health and well-being.

The Conversation

Liam Payne’s girlfriend to give first TV interview since singer’s death

Kate Cassidy will speak about the One Direction star’s ‘struggles’ on ITV’s Lorraine as part of the show’s new mental health campaign.

Evening Standard

Can ChatGPT really replace a therapist? We spoke to mental health experts to find out

ChatGPT offers instant, judgment-free support, but can AI really replace human therapy? Here’s what it can (and can’t) do for your mental health.

TechRadar

Father in jail for 13 years for stealing a phone suffers crisis which leaves him smashing face on floor

Exclusive: A crunch meeting will decide if IPP prisoner Thomas White will finally be transferred to a secure hospital after a rapid deterioration inside HMP Manchester

The Independent UK

The overlooked bond: Why mental health professionals should ask questions about pets

Pets have become an integral part of people’s lives, with some having stronger bonds with their pets than with their siblings and other family members. Some feel more empathy toward animals than toward humans.

The Conversation

Is Kaiser Dragging Its Feet in Contract Talks With Behavioral Therapists?

With a clinically abysmal mental health care record, the hospital giant has dug in at the bargaining table.

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The Conversation

‘All in your head’: when doctors misdiagnose autoimmune disease as psychosomatic

Feeling disbelieved when knowing that there is something very wrong with your body can have devastating and long-term consequences. One of the most obvious consequences is that you won’t get the correct treatment and support.

The Guardian - UK

Mental health crisis ‘means youth is no longer one of happiest times of life’

UN-commissioned study in UK, US, Ireland, Australia, Canada and New Zealand finds satisfaction rises with age

The Conversation

The urgent mental health needs of young people: Lessons for Canada from a global commission

Canada urgently needs to take action to support the well-being of young people and secure a healthier and more prosperous future for generations to come.

The Guardian - UK

Family of woman killed by man with psychosis criticise English prison and policing ‘lapses’

Coroner says failures contributed to Stephen Cole’s killing of Marta Elena Vento at a Bournemouth hotel

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Pathway eases the stress for young people finding jobs

Specialised support focused on work and study can improve young people's mental health and get them into work and university, research shows.

Evening Standard

Prince of Wales wants project to end homelessness ‘to move to the mainstream’

The prince visited an 11-bed housing scheme in Poole for people with mental health issues.

The Conversation

Just having a pet doesn’t help mental health – but pet-owners with secure relationships with their pets are less depressed

For many people, pets provide unconditional love, companionship and a sense of security. But not all human-pet relationships are beneficial, and some may contribute to stress and anxiety rather than relief.

The Independent UK

What is bipolar and how is it diagnosed?

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains widely misunderstood.

Evening Standard

Heston Blumenthal: My wife sectioning me is the best thing to happen to me

The TV chef and restaurateur has taken on an role as official ambassador for Bipolar UK, after he was diagnosed with the mental health condition.

The Times of India

Supporting your child through board exam anxiety: A practical guide for parents

Anxiety is a common experience during board exams, which is often considered one of the most stressful phases in a student’s academic journey. The intense pressure to perform well can stem from multiple sources, including the expectations of family members, teachers, peers, and the students themselves. This burden, combined with…

The Guardian - UK

‘We have to protect people’: Martin Lewis on his fight to stop money worries worsening mental health

The money-saving expert’s charity has changed policies – and is now gearing up to take on regulators and insurers

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