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The Latest Breaking News from Mental Health

Watchdog shines light on ‘serious impact’ of cancelled care

People’s symptoms and mental health are deteriorating as a result of cancellations, Healthwatch England said.

The Independent UK

Michigan bans use of conversion therapy on LGBTQ youth under measure signed by governor

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Wednesday that prohibits mental health professionals from using so-called conversion therapy on LGBTQ minors

The Independent UK

'Gimme a break!' Biden blasts insurance hassles for mental health treatment

President Biden unveiled a set of proposed new rules for health insurance companies designed to push the industry to cover treatment for mental health problems on par with how it covers medical care.

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PwC promoted firm it part-owned in ‘independent’ mental health report for Australian government

Exclusive: Report referenced key findings from trials by Innowell, in which PwC had a 45% shareholding

The Guardian - AU

Plans to cut police mental health callouts in next two years ‘simply dangerous’

A government directive published on Wednesday means forces in England and Wales will be expected to reduce the number of callouts officers attend.

The Independent UK

HSE ‘genuinely sorry’ after report finds failings in youth mental health service

An independent investigation found shortcomings were contributing to ‘inefficient and unsafe’ services.

The Independent UK

Child mental health services failing and in need of radical overhaul – watchdog

The Mental Health Commission said the HSE service needs urgent regulation.

The Independent UK

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Violent robber who dragged widow, 92, down the road flees hospital in east London

A dangerous mugger jailed for dragging a frail 92-year-old widow along the pavement has absconded from a mental health facility in east London.

Evening Standard

Government backs reduction in police response to mental health incidents despite safety warnings

Minister claims 1 million policing hours could be saved a year, but coroner sounds alarm after woman’s suicide

The Independent UK

Police in England and Wales to reduce response to mental health-related calls

Response to mental health calls to be cut down to 20 to 30 per cent

The Independent UK

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people must be at the centre, not the margins, of LGBTQIA+ plans and policies

During Sydney World Pride the federal government committed to a ten-year action plan for LGBTIQA+ health and wellbeing. This included A$26 million in health research.

The Conversation

Premature Parental Death Hits Boys Harder, Affecting Mental Health And Earnings, Study Finds

Boys are more susceptible to poor mental well-being and lower earnings in adulthood after losing a parent at a young age, according to Finnish research.

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Ministers tell police to respond to fewer mental health-related 999 calls

Plan aims to free up estimated million hours a year of police time but experts have raised concerns

The Guardian - UK

Study reveals hidden mental health symptoms in people with autoimmune diseases

Experts are calling for urgent mental health support for autoimmune disease patients.

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Plans to cut back on police attending mental health callouts

Ministers said it is up to police forces in England and Wales along with healthcare boards to work out when and how to put the changes into place.

The Independent UK

Death of parent at young age ‘might have greater impact on boys than girls’

The early death of a father was associated with lower annual earnings and a greater reduction in the employment rate for men.

The Independent UK

Madison Beer praised for expert response to body shamer saying she’s ‘getting fatter’

Singer has previously been open about body shaming comments negatively impacting her mental health

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Gulf Stream collapse fears, transparency question over mental health grant, whale rescue effort

Study warns current could disappear sooner than forecast with disastrous consequences; wildlife experts are sizing up how to save stranded pod

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PM under pressure without Opposition's help

On Monday the end of Kiri Allan’s political career brought MPs, staff, and journalists to a standstill, and 'tragic' was used repeatedly to describe her job loss. By Tuesday Allan was a political football in an urgent debate.

The Guardian - AU

Turnbull government’s $33m grant went to company part-owned by mental health commissioner after lobbying

Exclusive: Funding to Innowell in 2017 without competitive tender was for mental health app and followed months of lobbying by Prof Ian Hickie. There is no suggestion of wrongdoing by Hickie

The Conversation

Why workers in small businesses can struggle with mental health and 'presenteeism'

If you are struggling with your mental health, is it better to come to work or stay off sick? You may think your employer would prefer you try to keep working, but many employers would prefer you take time off to feel better.

The Independent UK

Feel like your best self with these fabulous health and beauty brands

From new workout gear to trending skincare treatments, here are the wellness products you’ll want to use day in, day out

The Independent UK

The Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to boost mental health coverage

President Joe Biden’s administration is announcing new rules meant to push insurance companies to increase their coverage of mental health treatments

Chicago Sun-Times

Mayoral allies lay groundwork for mental health plan dubbed ‘Treatment Not Trauma’

Health Committee Chair Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez opened the hearing with a minute of silence honoring Quintonio LeGrier, Laquan McDonald “and so many others who did not receive the care they desperately needed.”

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Where to draw the line on MPs' mental health

Christopher Luxon wants a new threshold for ministers with mental health problems to be able to return to work – clearance from a clinician.

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