The Latest Breaking News from Mental Health

Charity campaigner flies to America for 3,000-mile ‘tartan trek’

Craig Ferguson will walk from Los Angeles to Boston to raise funds for mental health charity SAMH.

The Independent UK · Feb 22

Man Reveals The Last Time He Cried, And The Internet Wasn’t Ready For His Answer

A simple street interview has quietly taken over social media, and honestly, it’s not the kind of video people scroll past easily. No dramatic music. No big setup. Just one question and one painfully honest answer that stayed with viewers long after the clip ended. The video was shared on…

Times Life · Feb 22

Are we really overdiagnosing mental illness?

It’s tempting to dismiss the proliferation of labels as a fad, but there’s more to this phenomenon than a simple culture-war reading allows

The Guardian - UK · Feb 22

This One Health Appointment Could Save a Woman’s Life : Don’t Skip It

In busy routines filled with work, family, and responsibilities, many women postpone their own health appointments. However, annual health checkups are not optional they are preventive tools that can detect serious conditions early. According to global health organizations like the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,…

MyLifeXP · Feb 21

More Men Are Turning to ChatGPT for Mental Health Support — Experts Are Watching Closely

Mental health has always carried a certain stigma, especially for men, and yet something unexpected is shifting in the landscape: men are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for help.

Clever Dude · Feb 21

Can Pets Sense Depression In Humans?

There’s a reason why people say that pets are more than just animals, they’re family. Many pet owners believe that their dogs or cats somehow know when they’re down. But is it just emotional connection, or can pets actually detect depression in people? Science says that the answer may be…

Times Pets · Feb 21

From Companions To Comfort: Are Pets Becoming The New Emotional Support System?

Pets have always been part of human life, but something has changed in recent years. They are no longer just animals that live with us. For many people today, pets have quietly stepped into roles once filled by friends, family, or even partners. They listen without interrupting, stay without judging,…

Times Pets · Feb 21

Sleeping With Your Pet: Comfort, Connection Or A Hidden Health Risk?

Few moments feel as comforting as falling asleep with your pet curled beside you. The steady breathing, the warmth, the quiet presence that makes the night feel less lonely. For many pet parents, sharing the bed is not a habit but an emotion. It feels natural, loving, even necessary. But…

Times Pets · Feb 21

Why Modern Beauty Ideals Are Hurting Women More Than Ever

Beauty standards have existed for centuries, but today they are amplified by social media, filters, celebrity culture, and advertising. Women are constantly exposed to images of “ideal” bodies and flawless appearances. But are these standards damaging women’s confidence? Research in psychology and mental health suggests that unrealistic beauty expectations can…

MyLifeXP · Feb 20

Paris Hilton says she has ‘rejection sensitivity dysphoria’ – here’s what it is and how it’s linked to ADHD

American media personality Paris Hilton recently shared on a podcast that she suffers from rejection sensitivity dysphoria, or RSD. Hilton, who has been diagnosed with ADHD, says the condition is common in people with the disorder. She also spoke of the impact RSD has had on her mental health over…

The Conversation · Feb 20