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California Bill Mandates Social Media Health Warnings

California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?

New App Shields Kids From Toxic Social Media Algorithms

A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t

Snapchat exposed as hub for open drug dealing

A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.

Mother's horror as son live-blogged his suicide

In a heart-wrenching interview, a grieving mother reveals the unimaginable pain of discovering her son's final social media posts, which chronicled his last moments before taking his own life. She now campaigns for greater mental health awareness.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws

A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and

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.

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

Minnesota Sues TikTok Over Youth Mental Health Harms

Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison launches a groundbreaking lawsuit against TikTok, alleging its addictive algorithm and 'challenge' features are creating a youth mental health crisis. The state demands sweeping changes to the platform's operatio

Bonnie Blue doc sparks mental health ethics debate

A controversial new documentary about Bonnie Blue, a young woman with severe mental health struggles, has sparked heated discussions on ethics, privacy, and the portrayal of vulnerable individuals in media.

Australia proposes social media ban for under-16s

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.

MPs Push for Social Media Ban for Under-16s

A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.

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