The Latest Breaking News from Mental Health

Chalmers skips Aussie swim team function

Citing mental health issues, Kyle Chalmers has skipped the naming of Australia's swim team for the world titles and Commonwealth Games.

AAP · May 22, 2022

New Zealand woman held in Villawood detention centre found dead, detainees say

Activists say woman’s death is an example of people with serious mental health problems being detained without adequate care

The Guardian - AU · May 22, 2022

Focus on coping, not curing: how to help an anxious child

Growing up in the age of anxiety is challenging for children and parents alike but there are plenty of ways to help young people to face their fears

The Guardian - UK · May 22, 2022

A surge in Navy deserters could be a sign of a bigger problem for the military

Navy desertions more than doubled from 2019 to 2021. One expert says the increase could be an indicator of an underlying issue: service members stuck in a line of work they dislike.

WEKU · May 21, 2022

'Joe Wicks' turbulent and unstable childhood will help start mental health conversation'

Joe Wicks' energy-packed PE lessons are a far cry from the subject of his upcoming documentary but his ability to rally a nation will start an important conversation.

Daily Mirror · May 21, 2022

Grenfell Memorial Cup held to commemorate 72 victims of fire

Bafta-winning TV personality and rapper Big Zuu said Grenfell is ‘still in our hearts’

Evening Standard · May 21, 2022

Stepfather of Martyn Hett 'shocked' by lack of timely mental health support for those affected by terror attacks

Dr Stuart Murray is calling on people caught up in atrocities to receive prioritised treatment

Manchester Evening News · May 21, 2022

Manchester Arena attack: Bereaved stepfather shocked by mental health aftercare

Dr Stuart Murray, whose stepson Martyn Hett was killed in the bombing five years ago, recalled screaming in his car after struggling to access help.

The Independent UK · May 21, 2022

Sandy Banks: The Buffalo shooting brings back a lifelong question: Why do they hate us so much?

My reaction to news of the mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, was more than emotional; my heart raced and my stomach churned. My hands are shaking as I write this nearly a week later.

Los Angeles Times · May 21, 2022

Pals' tribute to Gateshead father and son who took their own lives within ten days of each other

Wayne Mitchell, from High Spen, Gateshead, took his own life in 2020 after the tragic suicide of his beloved son Jack

Chronicle Live · May 21, 2022