54 h. ago 'I'm haunted by my father’s cries after my brother killed him'

Lara said while she does not excuse her brother’s actions, she believes he deserved greater support from mental health services and says she "will always love and care for him”

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3 d. ago Officials warn against using AI chatbots when seeking mental health support

‘During the festive period, I know Christmas can affect mental health in lots of different ways’

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3 d. ago Officials warn against using AI chatbots when seeking holiday mental health support

‘During the festive period, I know Christmas can affect mental health in lots of different ways’

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4 d. ago More than 75% of Labour, Lib Dem and Green voters think PM should open talks on joining EU customs union – as it happened

YouGov poll for the Times suggests even 40% of Conservative voters support such a moveWes Streeting, the health secretary, used an interview with the Observer published at the weekend to suggest that he favours joining a customs union with the EU. This is something that Keir Starmer has ruled out.But Labour supporters back Streeting on this. According to YouGov polling for the Times, 80% of people who voted Labour at the last general election say a future leader should open negotiations on joining a customs union with the EU. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago More than 75% of Labour, Lib Dem and Green voters think PM should open talks on joining EU customs union – UK politics live

YouGov poll for the Times suggests even 40% of Conservative voters support such a moveWes Streeting, the health secretary, used an interview with the Observer published at the weekend to suggest that he favours joining a customs union with the EU. This is something that Keir Starmer has ruled out.But Labour supporters back Streeting on this. According to YouGov polling for the Times, 80% of people who voted Labour at the last general election say a future leader should open negotiations on joining a customs union with the EU. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Amy Dowden responds to Thomas Skinner Strictly allegations and says dance partner 'saved my life'

The Welsh dancer candidly spoke about her health battle and the support of castmates

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5 d. ago How much do YOU rely on AI? Doctors issue warning over increasing numbers choosing chatbots over 'real' friends

Doctors have raised the alarm over the increasing number of young adults turning to AI chatbots for emotional support and health advice, ahead of the festive season.

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5 d. ago West Lothian health club help spread festive cheer thanks to Christmas appeal

Throughout the last month, members and local residents dropped off toys and gifts at Bannatyne Health Club helping support families across Livingston and West Lothian who are struggling with the rising cost of living.

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7 d. ago 'I couldn't leave the house after domestic abuse then a miracle happened'

A project set up by a small group of volunteers, to support adults with mental health and tackle social isolation in Bolton, is celebrating its 30th birthday.

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1 week ago The Christmas foods that could support heart health and immune function

Here’s how to pack maximum flavour, pleasure and a little nutritional virtue onto your Christmas plate

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1 week ago PIP health conditions providing nearly 4 million people with up to £749 every month

New figures show PIP and Adult Disability Payment are providing financial support to over 4.3 million people.

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2 w. ago King announces ‘good news’ of reduction in his cancer treatment

Charles’ personal update about his health was made in a video message in support of the Stand Up To Cancer campaign

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2 w. ago Loose Women star inundated with support as she shares family health update

Loose Women star Nadia Sawalha has been inundated with support

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2 w. ago Badenoch pledges to ‘draw a line’ on which health issues get welfare support

The Tory leader said the system was not designed to handle ‘the age of diagnosis which we now live in’.

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2 w. ago ‘I feel it’s a friend’: quarter of teenagers turn to AI chatbots for mental health support

Experts warn of dangers as England and Wales study shows 13- to 17-year-olds consulting AI amid long waiting lists for servicesIt was after one friend was shot and another stabbed, both fatally, that Shan asked ChatGPT for help. She had tried conventional mental health services but “chat”, as she came to know her AI “friend”, felt safer, less intimidating and, crucially, more available when it came to handling the trauma from the deaths of her young friends.As she started consulting the AI model, the Tottenham teenager joined about 40% of 13- to 17-year-olds in England and Wales affected by youth violence who are turning to AI chatbots for mental health support, according to research among more than 11,000 young people. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago One in four teens turning to AI chatbots for mental health support, study finds

Young people affected by serious violence were even more likely to seek help online

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2 w. ago Couple stunned as 'emotional support' pug Roger caught up in library mix

Angela and Richard Thompson adopted Roger as an emotional support animal to help with Richard's health and wellbeing

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3 w. ago Mad Men star reveals private health battle and calls out family member for lack of support

The actress, 47, took to Instagram to speak about the condition - which causes extreme discomfort in response to certain sounds - and called out her brother-in-law for treating it as a joke.

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3 w. ago The side dish that may boost gut health and support the immune system

The spicy fermented cabbage dish has been enjoyed for centuries in Korea

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3 w. ago Inbetweeners fans rush to support star after sharing 'invisible' health battle

The Channel 4 show had a therapist on hand for the star whilst filming, he shared

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