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Prozac shortage reported in Russia
The popular US-made antidepressant has virtually disappeared from pharmacies in major Russian cities, national media have reported
Sep 16, 2023 18:42
‘Russian lives also matter’ – Lars von Trier
Denmark’s most famous film director has commented on the country's pledge of F-16s to Ukraine
Aug 22, 2023 18:12
Will kids ever forgive us for depriving them of their childhood? What we put them through has been ruinous for their mental health Opinion
Critics of lockdowns & school closures to halt Covid-19 have compared the effects to child abuse. And now that new data points to some deeply disturbing long-term psychological damage, it looks like they were right.
Mar 11, 2021 13:08
Transgender & ‘gender diverse’ people six times more likely to be diagnosed as autistic, true figure likely higher – study
A new major study has found that transgender and “gender-diverse adults” are six times more likely to be diagnosed as autistic than the general population.
Aug 11, 2020 15:16
Think your dog has ‘mental’ health problems? Most likely it’s you who needs the psychiatrist Opinion
As an undisputed nation of pet lovers, Brits are now spending record amounts on ‘mental health’ treatments for their four-legged friends but experts say problems may be with the behaviour of the owners, not the animals.
Dec 31, 2019 07:37
Childhood infections linked to increased risk of mental disorders – study
A new major study has found a link between childhood infections, both serious and mild, and an increased risk of mental health disorders in later life.
Dec 7, 2018 16:45
Game over: WHO lists video game addiction as mental health disorder
If you’ve ever worried about friends or family shutting themselves off in front of a computer, frantically pushing buttons for hours, you had every right. Video game addiction has now been classified as a mental health disorder.
Jun 18, 2018 14:23
Veterans lash out at Tory MP for “stupid” remark suggesting charities play up PTSD for extra money
A Tory MP and ex-Army officer has come under fire after suggesting that veteran’s charities overstate PTSD to receive more funds. MP Johnny Mercer said some go “too far” in presenting soldiers as “mad, bad and dangerous”.
May 8, 2018 10:21
A selfie a day keeps the doctor away, 3 or more and you could have a serious health problem
Is taking too many selfies bad for your health? Psychologists seem to think so, warning that ‘selfitis’ has become a genuine medical condition and those who feel compelled to post pics may be in need of help.
Dec 15, 2017 11:56
Brain chemical could be key to blocking unwelcome thoughts – study
Scientists have pinpointed the chemical in the brain that suppresses intrusive thoughts – a discovery that could shed light on a number of psychological conditions where the inability to control thoughts is a key symptom.
Nov 4, 2017 15:47