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A Stranger's Hug Saved My Day: Kindness Restores Faith

A powerful personal account reveals how a simple act of compassion from a stranger – a nurse who offered a hug to a woman crying on a train platform – created a ripple effect of hope and connection, reminding us of the profound impact of human kindness in

Overton's Test Cricket Sacrifice Proves Format's Strength

In a powerful move that stunned the sporting world, Surrey and England star Jamie Overton voluntarily stepped away from a lucrative T20 deal to prioritise his Test cricket ambitions, highlighting the format's enduring prestige and mental demands.

Duchess of Kent's Brave Confession on Royal Depression

In a stunning revelation, the Duchess of Kent, once a stalwart of the Royal Family, has bravely opened up about her lifelong battle with clinical depression and the immense pressure of royal life that led to her retreat from the public eye.

Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out

Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.

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.

Lauren Goodger's anxiety attacks cut family holiday short

Former TOWIE star Lauren Goodger opens up about devastating anxiety attacks that forced her family to return early from holiday, detailing her exhausting battle to hide her mental health struggles from her young daughter.

TNT Sports presenter: 'I told my wife I wanted to die'

TNT Sports presenter and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell opens up about his profound mental health struggle during a powerful, emotional segment on the channel, revealing he told his wife he wanted to die.

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.

London's Meditation Surge: Healing After COVID

Discover how Londoners are turning to meditation and mindfulness to combat the lasting mental health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, with classes and apps seeing a record surge.

Dame Jacqueline Wilson's Lifelong Anxiety Struggle Revealed

Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson gives a remarkably candid account of her lifelong battle with anxiety, sharing personal coping strategies and how her own experiences shaped iconic characters like Tracy Beaker.

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.

Trump suggests reopening mental asylums for homeless

Former President Donald Trump has controversially suggested solving America's homelessness crisis by reopening mental institutions, a plan drawing immediate criticism from mental health experts and advocates.

Love Boosts Mental Health, Scientific Study Reveals

New scientific research reveals that feelings of love have a powerful, measurable effect on mental health, significantly reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Discover the fascinating findings from the Laureate Institute for Brain Research.

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.

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