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Marijuana has very different effects on people’s behaviour; producing anxiety and paranoia in some, and a mellow calm in others.
A researcher at the University of Brighton hopes to look at how a BPD diagnosis affects the way in which the recipient views themselves
Doctor Jeff Szymanski has launched his new book which looks at the negative effects of perfectionism on mental health
The revised diagnostic definition for autism may considerably affect the number of people who qualify for a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
According to an Oxford University study, doctors should feel confident in prescribing lithium for patients with bipolar disorder
Misleading headline reads 'Ken Livingstone: new health concerns as multiple personality disorder detected'
Religious people are more inclined to feel good about themselves with a feeling of have higher social self-esteem and better psychological adjustment
Research shows that a person’s appetite sensation is heightened in response to pictures of food after just one night of sleep loss
A recent inspection of a special unit for women with mental health problems at a Cheshire prison has found it to be ‘wholly unsuitable’
Gossip has beneficial effects include helping to police bad behaviour and lower stress levels
New research has been published which links a reduction in the symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) to exercise
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Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has hosted a reception to support the Time to Change mental health programme
Employees with depression who receive treatment whist still working are considerable more likely to be highly productive
This week, global health experts have asked the United Nations General Assembly to devote a special session to mental illness and drug abuse
A lack of iron during teenage years can have a negative result on the brain later in life which could lead to disorders such as Alzheimer’s
New moves to tackle the mental health of football players have been made by the AFL
A nurse from the Midlands who had sex with a mental health patient in her care faces being struck off
The School of Nursing has carried out new research which reveals some interesting facts about nurses
Hoarders require more psychiatric assistance, was the conclusion made by health experts and communities housing group Orbit
Up to 15% of the population may be affected by common mental health disorders at any one time
The consumption of alcohol causes the release of endorphins in the brain that produce feelings of reward and pleasure
Founder of mental health lobby group Mad Pride, John McCarthy, has died aged 61
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The first free mental health education pack that does not require teachers to have any prior knowledge about mental health
Cuts to benefits coupled with the cuts to services are having a devastating effect on people with mental health problems
Employees who are coping with the stress of an abusive supervisor or boss tend to avoid direct communication
Research suggests that cognitive skills decline earlier in life than previously thought
If you have a child with special needs there is a unique product which could help
The use of prescribed antidepressants has risen by almost 30% in England over the last three years
World Health Organisation has highlighted the need for mental health action in war-torn countries
Researchers and health providers in the US have challenged the food “start low” strategy
New research shows the true extent of body dissatisfaction among men
An inspirational insight into how mental ill health affects both the sufferer and their loved ones
The Mental Health Foundation has launched two new podcasts
New whistleblowing phone line helps frontline staff
Former England cricket captain admits 5-0 defeat was “all-time low”
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