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Mental Health Crisis: 30% Surge in NHS Prescriptions

Exclusive NHS data analysis uncovers a dramatic 30% rise in mental health medication prescriptions across England, highlighting a deepening national health crisis and growing pressure on services.

Son's window plunge after mum's terminal cancer news

A family is torn apart after a devastated son throws himself from a third-floor window moments after learning his mother's terminal cancer diagnosis. The harrowing incident in Westminster reveals a story of profound grief and a desperate plea for mental h

Man dies alone weeks after NHS discharge, inquest hears

An investigation is underway after Dezi Freeman, 58, was found dead in his Derby flat. He had been discharged from the NHS' Radbourne Unit just weeks earlier, with his family claiming he was failed by the system.

Teen's final 'I love you' text before tragedy

A 15-year-old boy tragically took his own life after sending his mother a final 'I love you' message. An inquest hears how his family had no idea he was struggling with his mental health.

Mother: NHS turned away my suicidal daughter

Exclusive: A heartbroken mother reveals how her suicidal 21-year-old daughter was denied urgent mental health support by the NHS, sparking outrage and calls for systemic reform.

Nurse's Death Blamed on NHS 'Systemic Neglect'

The grieving family of a dedicated NHS nurse who was found dead in a river alleges she was catastrophically failed by systemic neglect within the mental health service that was meant to protect her.

Hidden Depression in Older Adults: Age UK's Urgent Warning

Exclusive: Leading UK charity urges the older generation to recognise the subtle symptoms of depression, challenging the misconception that low mood is an inevitable part of ageing. Learn the signs and where to find help.

NHS Mental Health Bed Shortage Hits Record Low

Exclusive: The Royal College of Psychiatrists warns of a 'catastrophic' shortage in NHS mental health beds across England, leading to patients being sent hundreds of miles from home for care.

Gabrielle Anwar Reveals Bipolar Disorder Battle

Former 'Burn Notice' actress Gabrielle Anwar opens up about her lifelong struggle with bipolar disorder, revealing how Hollywood stigma and personal trauma shaped her mental health journey in an exclusive Daily Mail interview.

NHS trust failed suicidal woman who begged for help

A damning coroner's report criticises an NHS trust after a vulnerable teaching assistant, who repeatedly begged to be sectioned, took her own life. Systemic failures and ignored pleas led to tragedy.

ADHD Misdiagnosis: Anxiety Often Wrongly Diagnosed

Groundbreaking UK research reveals anxiety disorders are frequently mistaken for ADHD, leading to inappropriate medication and delayed treatment. Experts warn of a growing mental health misdiagnosis epidemic.

The 'Unhappiness Hump': Why 47-48 Are Our Worst Years

Groundbreaking UK research pinpoints the ages of 47 to 48 as the lowest point for mental wellbeing, dubbing it the 'unhappiness hump'. Discover the science behind the midlife crisis and why happiness rebounds after 50.

NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn

Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.

Denise Richards' tearful plea on daughter's mental health

Former Bond girl Denise Richards opens up in an emotional new interview about her family's private struggle with her teenage daughter's severe mental health crisis and the difficult decision to seek intensive treatment.

Low Income Students Face Higher Eating Disorder Risk

Groundbreaking research from the University of Exeter uncovers a stark connection between financial hardship and the prevalence of eating disorders among UK university students, urging a rethink of mental health support systems.

Mum's suicide after NHS mental health care failings revealed

Exclusive: The heartbroken family of Danielle Greaney, 33, speak out after she took her own life following what they describe as catastrophic failings in her mental health care. The mother-of-two's tragic final days are detailed in a damning coroner's rep

US City Sues Meta and Google Over Youth Mental Health Crisis

The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the

Air India pilot mental health scare raises MH370 fears

A senior Air India pilot was removed from duty after exhibiting signs of severe mental distress, sparking fears of a potential aviation disaster akin to MH370 or Germanwings. Experts call for stricter mental health checks in the industry.

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