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 · Jul 26, 2023

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 · Jul 26, 2023

'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.

WEKU · Jul 26, 2023

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 · Jul 26, 2023

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 · Jul 26, 2023

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 · Jul 26, 2023

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 · Jul 26, 2023

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.

Zenger · Jul 26, 2023

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 · Jul 25, 2023

Study reveals hidden mental health symptoms in people with autoimmune diseases

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

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023