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ADHD assessment waits in England have become a major access-to-care issue, with some people facing delays of 2 years or more before receiving a clinical assessment. For
The return to school after the summer holidays can bring mixed feelings for children, young people and families. Some are ready for the new academic year, relishing the new challenges
Many of us feel that our ability to concentrate is getting worse. You may sit down to work, study or read, only to find yourself
The period after examinations can be difficult. The revision is over, the papers have been sat, and there is nothing more you can do to change the answers. There
Wildfires most widespread health threat is smoke that can travel hundreds or of miles. As fires grow more frequent and severe, understanding smoke exposure is
A report from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), published in November 2025, says that extreme weather, including flooding and heat, is among the most significant climate-related risks to
New research by the charity, Mind, has found that 18% of people had used AI chatbots to support their mental health in the last 12 months
For decades, rising prosperity was expected to bring longer, healthier lives. In the UK, that assumption is not realised. While overall life expectancy has broadly
Every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, develop, and build a future they can look forward to. Yet many are classified as NEET (not
Autism was viewed through a predominantly male lens and diagnostic criteria reflects how it commonly presents in boys. As a result, many autistic girls are not diagnosed until adolescence or adulthood. Awareness
Many professionals dedicate their careers to helping others through difficult and often traumatic experiences. While this work can be incredibly meaningful, it can also take
Mental health support works best when you prepare for difficult moments before they happen. A personalised mental health toolkit gives you practical supports you can reach for
We do not experience the world exactly as it is; our experience is through our thoughts. Most of the time, that helps us make quick
The examination period is one of the hardest times of the academic year. Deadlines pile up, revision intensifies, and the pressure to perform can feel
The Independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism: interim report was published on 31st March 2026. For many of us, it had no surprises. Common mental health conditions
The 2 medications, lecanemab and donanemab will be reassessed for NHS use following successful appeals from their manufacturers. Last year, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) concluded
Today is Mothering Sunday in England. The fourth Sunday of Lent, Mother’s Day, in the 16th century in England, people went back to their “mother” church, the church
It is International Women’s Day (IWD) today. International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around since 1911. Many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement remain the same and unchallenged. IWD belongs to
The world grapples with ongoing challenges such as political instability, economic fluctuations, and health crises and mental health has become a concern. A rise in anxiety and stress
In the digital age, social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and Twitter are integral to the lives of teenagers. While these platforms offer opportunities for connection,
Thousands of people living with severe mental illness across England and Wales are being invited to take part in a groundbreaking new research programme that
Earlier this month a child died in Alder Hey Children’s Hospital of measles. Alder Hey stated that it had treated 17 children for complications of
Every council in England will have a family hub by 2028. To provide a single point of access for services in health, education and wellbeing.
The Commons voted on Friday (20th June 2025) for a bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill people. This is a landmark of social reform.
NHS Providers last week called for physical and mental health to be treated equally by the NHS. The action plan is to provide ‘values driven,
Last week I met an employer, who had to let some subcontractors go because a large contract fell through. This was a tough decision. There
Last month the Government called for evidence to inform the development of a Men’s Health Strategy. It is not a formal consultation but seeks views
Last month it was revealed that the UK Biobank (based on 500,000 volunteers) has released some of the data to Chinese researchers. Let us be
Food is more than nourishment it is entwined in all cultures as comfort, tradition and reward. It is often a meal with others, together with
Income inequality is important because there are threefold differences in the proportion of the population suffering from mental illness between more and less equal countries.
Over the past decade, the United Kingdom has experienced a disturbing trend: rising mortality rates and stagnating life expectancy. The UK has a long-standing public
Depression is a disabling and treatable illness. Getting the right treatment swiftly is necessary to avoid longer term challenges. Depression affects how you think, feel, and
Three leading charities – Mind, Scope and Citizens Advice – have seen a big increase in demand following the government’s welfare green paper. People are
The Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall MP, announced the benefits reform Green Paper this week. The significant reforms to the welfare system, aiming to
Yesterday was International Women’s Day (IWD). It is celebrated every year on 8th March. It is a day dedicated to recognising achievements of women and advocating
In the BMJ, 22nd February 2025, May van Schalkwyk analysis of the gambling industry was correct, she said, “governments must act to prevent large scale avoidable
The UK is trapped in a “mental health crisis,” according to the Royal College of Psychiatrists, with demand for services soaring. This could be said
Despite accomplishments, many individuals struggle with persistent self-doubt and a fear of being exposed as a “fraud.” Understanding imposter syndrome can help us recognise it
Burnout is a state of chronic exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, leading to emotional depletion, detachment, and a decline in performance. The World Health Organization (WHO)
The Labour Party claimed that combatting poverty and defending the welfare state were their top priority. What do you believe now? With the recent ideas
Aging is an inevitable part of life. Growing older does not have to mean compromising on your quality of life. A healthy old age is
As you would anticipate this time of year there are increasing respiratory infections. Some people are nervous about the human metapneumovirus and that it may
Loneliness is not the same as being alone. Some people are content with little social contact and others may find that lonely. Some people experience
There will be many people publicising their fabulous achievements in 2024. I believe there are many amazing people who have managed great things. However, please
Who was Brian Thompson, the US healthcare insurance chief executive who was shot and killed in Manhattan? He had been receiving threats relating to medical
The importance of flu vaccinations is to be considered especially for those at risk of severe illness or complications of a flu illness. Flu can
A social activation movement is a grassroots or global initiatives aimed at creating awareness, sparking dialogue, and inspiring action. These movements often begin with a
Assisted dying, is complex and contentious. While proponents argue it offers a compassionate option for those suffering unbearable pain, opponents raise serious ethical concerns. The UK
Every November men grow moustaches for charities raising money for men’s health, including men’s mental health which requires urgent attention. Here is why.. Four in
Natural disasters—like hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, and floods—leave physical destruction that is visible and immediate. However, they also deeply affect mental well-being, creating a hidden aftermath that
What does the money raised in the budget mean to health and how will the tax rises affect those working in health and social care?
The UK budget is on 30th October 2024. The Nuffield Trust has said, the NHS requires an uplift of 3.6% just to stand still. The
England has not banned smacking whereas it has been in Scotland and Wales. It was banned in Scotland on 7th November 2020 and 21st March 2022 in
Pilgrimage has been an essential part of human culture, transcending geographical, religious, and cultural boundaries. The pilgrimage is a profound spiritual practice that offers numerous
World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on 10 October. This year’s theme set by the WHO and World Federation of Mental Health is workplace
The political party conference season is upon us now. It is an opportunity to rally supporters, showcase policies, and stake their claim as the best
Last Tuesday, 10th September was World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), a day dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and promoting actions that can help prevent it.
There are many recent developments in depression treatment. Depression is a prevalent and challenging mental health disorder. Globally, it affects millions of people. Although traditional
What is your understanding of personalised medicine? This is where treatments are tailored to the persons unique genetic makeup, also accounting for environmental and lifestyle
Suicide in female doctors is a significant and concerning issue that has gained increasing attention. Studies and reports indicate that female doctors have a higher rate
