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Emergency alerts and news notifications can make us stressed and anxious — here’s what you can do to cope

When there’s a disaster, it’s helpful to know what’s going on — and know whether you’re truly at risk. But as essential as emergency alert systems are, they can leave many of us feeling anxious — even when the alert may be a false alarm or test.

The Conversation

Minister raises concerns over ‘ease’ of becoming counsellor or therapist

Officials are to look into the issue, Stephen Kinnock said.

Evening Standard

Climate change is fuelling a mental health crisis in one of the world’s most vulnerable regions

Young people in the region report extremely high levels of anxiety, depression, and climate change worry.

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‘Sickness not work has paid far too long’, warns leading thinktank after Labour’s £5bn benefit reforms

The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) has backed welfare cuts but warned the government is not dealing with the root causes of an over medicated population

The Independent UK

Culture warriors see not sick Britain, but a plague of ‘overdiagnosis’. How convenient

Instead of dismissing huge swaths of the population, how about a nuanced conversation about neurodivergence and mental health, asks Guardian columnist Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

The Guardian - UK

Sydney hospital’s plan to increase mental health beds stymied by psychiatrist shortage, court hears

Campbelltown hospital was due to expand beds for psychiatric patients from 66 to over 100, to deal with district’s larger population

The Guardian - AU

Gareth Southgate rails against ‘callous toxic influencers’ in Dimbleby Lecture

Sir Gareth Southgate has expressed concern that ‘callous, manipulative and toxic influencers’ are taking the place of traditional father figures and contributing to mental health issues among young men

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Turns Out We’re All *Vastly* Overestimating How Much Our Govt Spends On Mental Health

“There is a deep silence from Canberra when it comes to youth mental health."

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Cardio and strength training boost health as you age. But don’t forget balance exercises to reduce your chance of falls

We all recognise the benefits of regular aerobic or cardiovascular exercise to support our heart and lung health. Being active is also good for our social and mental health. And strength training promotes strong bones and muscles.

The Conversation

Mental health disparity between teenage boys and girls ‘not inevitable’ – study

Researchers compared studies tracking the health of teenagers in England and Japan.

The Independent UK

Up to 1.2m disabled people will lose thousands in UK welfare overhaul, experts warn

Liz Kendall, the work and pensions secretary, laid out plans for £5bn savings but faces rebellion from some Labour MPs

The Guardian - UK

Mother sobs as she describes how daughter was ‘failed’ by mental health services

Rosie Fender, 26, had been living with the teacher who abused her as a teenager, an inquest heard.

Evening Standard

Liz Kendall unveils UK benefits cuts set to leave many sick and disabled worse off

Welfare secretary announces changes aimed at cutting bill by up to £5bn in face of opposition from Labour MPs

The Guardian - UK

How Covid changed children in Britain

Uncertainty, disruption, increased screen use and crippling anxiety are some of the legacies of pandemic school closures

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Evening Standard

4% monthly rise in personal insolvencies in February in England and Wales

Debt relief orders have been taken out at record-high monthly levels since a £90 fee was scrapped in April 2024, the Insolvency Service said.

Evening Standard

Ministers 'united' behind plans to cut welfare as 'too many' claim disability benefits permanently

Pat McFadden said the Government wanted people off work with mental health, depression and anxiety to be given support but not always financially

The Independent UK

The unspoken anxieties of new motherhood: What mums really need to talk about

Practical advice abounds, but deeper anxieties often go unaddressed

The National (Scotland)

Westminster 'worsening disability stigma' amid DWP cuts, minister warns

THE Westminster Government is increasing stigma around mental health and disability as it defends imminent cuts to disability benefits, a Scottish…

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Short on time and eager to make cardio fun? These are, hands down, the best 10-minute walking workouts

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What is LGBT Affirmative Therapy and Inclusive Mental Health Care

Recognizing the diverse needs of individuals in today’s society is essential to effectively understanding health support. One crucial aspect of this is implementing LGBT therapy, which helps create safe and understanding spaces for people within the LGBTQ community.

Evening Standard

Positive drug test results at HMP Styal highest in women’s estate – inspectors

The rate of self-harm was the second highest at HMP Styal of all 12 women’s prisons.

The Independent UK

37 per cent of Generation-Z consider leaving their jobs

PwC warned of rising levels of economic inactivity

The Independent UK

Government defeats Conservative attempt to ban mobile phones in schools

The Conservative proposal came as MPs raised concerns about smartphones and social media’s impact on children’s mental health.

The Independent UK

Gender-affirming care lowers depression risk in trans adults, study finds

Transgender adults are disproportionately affected by depression and poor mental health outcomes

The Independent UK

Teen Mom star Amber Portwood denies firing rumors, says she quit the show for mental health purposes

The 34-year-old mother of two starred on MTV’s original ‘Teen Mom’ series, as well as ‘16 and Pregnant’

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