An increasing number of adults are being diagnosed and treated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Historically it was viewed as a childhood condition. Now, ADHD is now recognised as a lifelong disorder that can profoundly impact adults, too. This has led to a surge in diagnoses and treatments in adults. This growing awareness and …
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For those who do not like Mondays!
Today marks the end of Alcohol Awareness Week Alcohol has an impact on our families, communities, and healthcare systems. This week is to try and increase awareness of and improve public understanding about the impact of alcohol on our health, relationships, and society. It is a campaign aimed at educating people about the risks and health implications associated …
This week, 24th to 30th June, marks Deafblind Awareness Week in the UK. It is a chance to learn more about deafblindness, the experiences of people who live with it, and how we can create a more inclusive world for everyone. What is Deafblindness? Deafblindness is a combined vision and hearing impairment. It can range from mild to profound, affecting people in different …
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Nearly 90% of school pupil absences are due to poor mental health. The mental health of young people has deteriorated since the pandemic. Headteachers site anxiety as the main cause. School attendance is seen as a measure of a child’s educational journey. Regular school attendance is crucial not just for academic success, but also for the …
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This week on 6th June it will be 80 years since D-Day. The operation involved over 150,000 troops from allied nations. Its aim was to establish a foothold in occupied France and liberate Western Europe. The beaches of Normandy were code-named Omaha, Utah, Juno, Gold, and Sword. Soldiers faced heavy machine gun fire, barbed wire, and minefields as they stormed the shores. This …
Two months ago, The Mental State of the World in 2023, was published. We are all concerned and interested about this following the pandemic, lockdowns and social unrest. The annual Mental State of the World report, published by the Global Mind Project, provides a perspective on the internet-enabled global population. This obviously has some omissions …
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This annual campaign is prominent in the USA but less so here. We, in the UK, have Mental Health Awareness Week, beginning on 13th May 2024. There is emphasis on mental health and well-being, breaking stigma, promote understanding and encourage good mental health as a priority. First, remember that mental health is just as important as …
The arrival of a baby is often celebrated as a joyous occasion. But for some new parents, this time can be overshadowed by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion. Perinatal depression encompasses both prenatal depression (during pregnancy) and postpartum depression (after childbirth). While it is a common condition affecting up to 20% of pregnant …
The NHS is prohibited from selling patient data for commercial gain. The focus is on using patient data securely to improve healthcare. However, when it leaves the NHS, what may happen to it then? There are concerns over privacy and consent. The NHS data can be used for several legitimate purposes. These include improving services …
