Employers 'should invest in mental wellbeing and flexible working' to boost Scottish economic activity Covid-19 Recovery Committee report criticises government for failing to learn lessons from the pandemic Insider UK · Feb 7, 2023
Despite troubling rise in suicides, CPD falling short on getting help for officers, inspector general finds “The people in charge really don’t care,” said Carrie Steiner, a former cop turned psychologist. “I think that’s exactly how Chicago police officers feel.” Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 6, 2023
WA farmer who survived childhood sexual abuse says gun laws may worsen stigma around getting help Sexual abuse survivor says he found help but worries new gun laws may stop other farmers accessing mental health support out of fear of losing their weapons. ABC News · Feb 6, 2023
Mayoral challenger Brandon Johnson unveils sweeping plan to fight violent crime Johnson’s lengthy list includes“training and promoting” 200 new detectives and launching a “comprehensive efficiency audit” to identify savings, such as streamlining the number of “non-sergeant” police supervisors. Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 6, 2023
Dame Kelly Holmes reveals her coping strategies after battling depression After developing coping strategies, Dame Kelly Holmes is now keen to share her top tips to support others battling the winter blues Daily Mirror · Feb 6, 2023
Mental health issues described as 'key driver of non-attendance', as students stay away from schools New data reveals the rate of children staying home from school, whether for mental health or illness, is on the rise across the country — with teachers calling for extra resourcing and a national approach to support students. ABC News · Feb 6, 2023
Head office move aids expansion for Fortis as psychotherapist MD becomes a Ted Talks star Alexis Powell-Howard has been hand-picked to feature on the inspiration-packed platform Birmingham Post · Feb 6, 2023
What is Children’s Mental Health Week that Kate is promoting? The Princess of Wales was in the East End to talk to children about the importance of understanding and processing their feelings Evening Standard · Feb 6, 2023
Michael Mosley shares 'overlooked' weight loss exercise with great health benefits The doctor said getting your steps in can help your metabolism and mental health as well as your physique Liverpool Echo · Feb 6, 2023
The patients with treatable eating disorders who are dying before the NHS can help them Exclusive: Thousands of adults have been left waiting for months for care. Health correspondent Rebecca Thomas reveals how this is leading to avoidable patient deaths The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2023
Managers impact workers' mental health more than therapists, according to research If you’re spending thousands of dollars on talking to a professional, yet still feeling stressed after a day in the office, it might be time to turn your attention to your boss. Fortune · Feb 6, 2023
Kate Middleton appoints new 'ball-breaker' right-hand woman amid staff shake-up It has emerged that Kate Middleton has appointed a brand new private secretary, who is a brand management expert and described as "straight-talking" and a "ball-breaker" Daily Mirror · Feb 6, 2023
Kate Middleton urges children to talk about their feelings as helps make paper chains In a video to mark the start of children's mental health week, Kate Middleton talks to a group of primary school children about making connections and talking about how they feel Daily Mirror · Feb 6, 2023
Townsville GP Praveen Kumar pleads not guilty to raping patient seven times Praveen Kumar is standing trial on seven counts of rape against a patient who was seeking mental health treatment. ABC News · Feb 6, 2023
Los Angeles Times · Feb 6, 2023 Hearing about bipolar disorder in the news or on social media? Here's what you should know In the news or on social media, we hear the term "bipolar disorder" a lot.
The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2023 Children’s Mental Health Week: 8 hidden signs your child might have anxiety Anxiety in children may not be obvious – experts from Anxiety UK and YoungMinds tell Lisa Salmon what parents need to look out for.
Manchester Evening News · Feb 6, 2023 'My son didn't go to school for years. His case is the tip of an iceberg' Agreement seals end to transport wrangle over boy's education
The Guardian - AU · Feb 6, 2023 Victoria records highest number of annual suicides since 2000 amid fears of national trend Data collected by the state coroners court shows 756 suicides occurred in Victoria in 2022, up 9% from 2021
The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2023 Kate tells primary school pupils to ‘talk about your feelings’ for Children’s Mental Health Week Princess of Wales is royal patron of charity Place2Be that founded annual event for youngsters
The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2023 Kate joins primary school pupils to promote Children’s Mental Health Week The Princess of Wales is the royal patron of the charity Place2Be that founded the annual event to promote mental health for youngsters.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2023 You can’t fix school refusal with ‘tough love’ – but these steps might help Parents and educators should approach a child refusing to go to school in a supportive, collaborative and responsive way, without punishment
The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2023 Australia needs targeted mental healthcare to prevent further international student deaths by suicide, research finds ‘There’s a real compounding perfect storm of factors right now that could increase the risks,’ lead researcher says
ABC News · Feb 5, 2023 SA government cautiously optimistic as ramping hours drop by 16 per cent on previous month The South Australian government believes it has turned a corner in fulfilling its promise to fix the ambulance ramping crisis, but concedes it has a "long way to go".
Belfast Live · Feb 5, 2023 Belfast Model's young men take to the streets of their community in fundraising clean-up The pupils swapped note pads for little pickers and took to the Ballysillan Road
Chronicle Live · Feb 5, 2023 Celebrations as Whitley Bay mum completes her 366th consecutive daily cold water swim for mental health charity The mum-of-three shut herself away from people as her anxiety peaked and she began suffering from regular panic attacks