The Latest Breaking News from Mental Health

Need to use 988? 4 key questions about the new mental health crisis hotline, answered

You can chat online, text, or use an actual phone to reach counselors at the 988 crisis lifeline. Here's everything you need to know about the new service.

Inverse · Sep 16, 2022

Children in crisis waiting more than three years to access mental health support, watchdog claims

'Individuals with mental health problems need solutions in the present moment, but these waiting times make it almost impossible to do so'

Wales Online · Sep 16, 2022

From doing laundry to washing the dishes: unpaid work is bad for our mental health

Women do the majority of unpaid labor – and it creates a taxing mental load

The Guardian - US · Sep 16, 2022

Victorian opposition unveils state election pledges on police and triple-0 response times

The Victorian opposition vows to further overhaul the state's triple-0 call service if it wins the November election, and put a greater focus on police response times and mental health.

ABC News · Sep 15, 2022

In Mississippi, Dozens of Mentally Ill People Are Held in Jails While Awaiting Inpatient Treatment

While a new report highlights Mississippi's jailing of mentally ill people, the practice is common nationwide.

Reason · Sep 15, 2022

Botox patients should undergo mental health screening, experts say

Clinicians say low cost and ready availability of cosmetic injections makes them dangerous for people suffering body image issues

The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2022

Universal Credit claimants could be eligible for an extra £627 each month on top of benefit

If you need help due to an illness, disability or mental health condition you may qualify for extra financial support from DWP.

Daily Record · Sep 15, 2022

'You can't get out': Mentally ill languish in California jails without trial or treatment

LOS ANGELES — John Haasjes was having a bad Christmas.

Los Angeles Times · Sep 15, 2022

Lewis Capaldi gets such severe panic attacks he has to sleep in same bed as his mum

The Scots singer opened up on how his rise to fame had a huge impact on his mental health and said his mum helps him deal with his hypochondria and anxiety.

Daily Record · Sep 15, 2022

Amir Khan addresses Anthony Joshua row as he opens up about mental health struggles

The Bolton boxer said he has not spoken to Anthony Joshua since their public fall out in 2017

Manchester Evening News · Sep 15, 2022