74 m. ago Care worker and dad's shameful demand as he has sex with mental health patient

The care worker sent the mentally ill patient pictures of his penis, a court heard

Science

3 h. ago Careworker jailed for sex with 'vulnerable' mental health patient in unit

Jack Burrows, 35, a married father from Salford, has been jailed after giving a "vulnerable" patient his mobile number and twice had sex with her at a mental heath unit

Science

5 h. ago "Keep cool so we don't get caught": Shame of married dad caught having sex with vulnerable mental health unit patient

Father-of-three Jack Burrows gave the patient his mobile and 'embarked on a relationship', going on to have sex in a yard and on a grass verge

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5 h. ago Svitolina is refreshed after a mental health break and into Australian Open's 3rd round

Elina Svitolina is through to the third round at the Australian Open and feeling rejuvenated, fresh from a mental health break at the end of last year

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6 h. ago My friends in Italy are using AI therapists. But is that so bad, when a stigma surrounds mental health? | Viola Di Grado

State provision for psychological health services is lamentable. Until things improve, let’s not judge those who turn to an app for helpIt’s a sunny afternoon in a Roman park and a peculiar, new-to-this-era kind of coming out is happening between me and my friend Clarissa. She has just asked me if I, like her and all of her other friends, use an AI therapist and I say yes.Our mutual confession feels, at first, quite confusing. As a society, we still don’t know how confidential, or shareable, our AI therapist usage should be. It falls in a limbo between the intimacy of real psychotherapy and the material triviality of sharing skincare advice. That’s because, as much as our talk with a chatbot can be as private as one with a human, we’re still aware that its response is a digital product.Viola di Grado is an Italian author Continue reading...

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20 h. ago Tell us: has a chatbot helped you out of a difficult time in your life?

We would like to hear from people who have used chatbots for companionship or mental health supportAI Chatbots are now a part of everyday life. ChatGPT surpassed 800 million weekly active users in late 2025. Some people are forming relationships with these chatbots, using them for companionship, mental health support, and even as therapists. Has a chatbot helped you get through a difficult period in life? If so, we’d like to hear about it.If you’re having trouble using the form click here. Read terms of service here and privacy policy here. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Full list of 178 conditions that could mean you qualify for £187 a week from DWP

The Department for Work and Pensions has published a full list of 178 conditions that may qualify for the benefit, designed to help with daily living and mobility tasks for people with long-term illnesses, disabilities, learning difficulties, or mental health problems.

Economics

21 h. ago Tartan Army superfan who raised £70k in Euros walk to Munich set for mega World Cup challenge

Inspiring Craig Ferguson, from Paisley, will put his best foot forward again in aid of SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health).

Economics

21 h. ago UK study to examine effects of restricting social media for children

Trial involving 4,000 children will explore impact on mental health, sleep and time spent with friends and familyA pioneering investigation into the impact of restricting social media access for children in the UK has been announced as politicians around the world consider action on the issue.In December, Australia became the first country to ban under-16s from social media, with governments in other countries – including the UK – under pressure to do the same. Continue reading...

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22 h. ago Simon Cowell attacked by former X Factor star in furious rant

A former X Factor star has attacked music mogul Simon Cowell for spending years humiliating innocent people and failing to protect their mental health

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29 h. ago ‘I’d give anything just to see her again’: owners’ grief for their beloved pets

As a study says a pet death can hurt as much as that of a relative, three people describe their emotionsGrief over the death of a pet could be as chronic as that for a human family member, according to research. The study, published in the academic journal PLOS One, suggests grieving pet owners can suffer from prolonged grief disorder (PGD).PGD is a mental health condition that can last months or even years, and often involves intense longing and despair, and problems socialising and going about daily tasks. Currently, only those grieving the loss of a person can be diagnosed. Continue reading...

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31 h. ago DWP Attendance Allowance tips to help claimants get up to £441.60

The benefit pays up to £441.60 every four weeks to those who need help with personal care or supervision due to an illness, disability, or mental health condition

Economics

31 h. ago Take That star shares harrowing thoughts on 'suicide' after band first split

The star candidly discusses his mental health struggles following the band's 1996 split in Netflix's upcoming three-part documentary series

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35 h. ago Social media fuelling eating disorders in children, top NHS psychiatrist warns

Dr Adrian James, national medical director for mental health at NHS England, said doctors are treating growing numbers of children influenced by what they have seen on the internet.

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39 h. ago People across Lanarkshire encouraged to take part in Jog 28 next month

The month-long challenge is designed to boost physical health, mental wellbeing, and support vital mental health work.

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40 h. ago Tea break is dying off as half of Brits admit they never have a brew at work

Catching up with a colleague over a cup of tea is Great British tradition, but there are fears it could be dying off, despite the huge role in supporting our mental health

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41 h. ago Gore video fanatic 'stabbed a grandmother to death with hunting knife he bought online' as she waited for the bus, court hears

Jala Debella, 24, who lived in a residential home for people with mental health problems, allegedly killed Anita Mukhey, 66, (pictured) in north London at around 11.50am on May 9, 2024.

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45 h. ago Declan Donnelly on living with anxiety: ‘You feel like you can never sit down’

Declan Donnelly has opened up on his struggles with his mental health, admitting that he finds it difficult to “calm the voice in the back of his head”.

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47 h. ago Brave rugby legend speaks of time in rehab and battles with mental health issues

Sporting star James Graham opens up about his week spent in rehab and his battles with alcohol and mental health issues

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49 h. ago Strictly's Thomas Skinner fumes 'it ain't a joke' as he defends mental health mission

The former Apprentice star had defended his attempts to help others

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