GPs: Mental health problems are being over diagnosed
A BBC investigation reveals hundreds of family doctors believe normal life stresses are being over-medicalised, diverting resources from severe cases. Read the full report.
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Young People's Long-Term Antidepressant Use Skyrockets
New research reveals a 110% surge in long-term antidepressant use among 10-24 year olds in the UK, with 45% taking them beyond recommended guidelines. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
New Orleans Church Settles Abuse Claims for $100m
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has agreed to a landmark $100 million settlement with 450 clergy abuse survivors, a pivotal step in a long-running bankruptcy case. Discover the details of the historic agreement.
Sertraline reduces domestic violence reoffending, study finds
A major trial reveals the antidepressant sertraline significantly reduces domestic violence reoffending in impulsive men. Discover the breakthrough findings and new prevention model.
Children suffer food poverty and stolen money in economic abuse
New research reveals a hidden crisis of economic abuse harming UK children, with perpetrators stealing pocket money and depriving families of essentials. Learn the signs and where to find support.
4 Million UK Children Affected by Economic Abuse
A shocking study reveals nearly 4 million UK children are impacted by economic abuse, a hidden crisis where partners control finances. One survivor shares her harrowing story of debt and control.
Sydney Men Charged in International Child Abuse Ring
Four Sydney men face charges for allegedly distributing child sexual abuse material linked to a global network with ritualistic themes. Police seized thousands of videos. Read the full report.
Laughing gas could help treat depression, study finds
New research reveals nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, provides rapid-acting relief for major depressive disorder. Could this be a breakthrough for the 48% who don't respond to standard antidepressants?
Prozac no better than placebo for children
New research reveals Prozac offers no clinical benefit over placebo for childhood depression, prompting calls for urgent changes to UK treatment guidelines.
Young adults miss economic abuse warning signs
A new survey reveals young adults are less likely to spot economic abuse red flags. Learn the warning signs and how a new campaign aims to raise awareness across all generations.
Three in 80s arrested over Bradford care home abuse
Three people in their 80s arrested over non-recent child sex abuse at Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. Report via 101 or live chat.
Medomsley: 2,000+ Young Men Abused in Scandal
Damning report reveals systematic sexual and physical abuse of over 2,000 young men at Medomsley Detention Centre, with one of Britain's most prolific sex offenders operating unchecked for decades.
The Lost Boys of Mercury: Church Abuse Documentary Exposes Scars
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of Catholic school abuse in Scotland, uncovering institutional failures and the enduring search for justice.
Urgent Sertraline Warning: NHS Issues Critical Alert
Medical authorities issue crucial safety notice for millions taking sertraline after discovering potentially dangerous side effect requiring immediate medical attention.
New Orleans Catholic Church Abuse Survivors Confront Archbishop
In an unprecedented legal confrontation, sexual abuse survivors confronted New Orleans' Catholic leadership over the archdiocese's bankruptcy protection bid, alleging it shields assets rather than victims.
Child sex abuse inquiry: 3 years on, justice delayed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark child sex abuse inquiry faces mounting criticism over delays and survivor treatment as crucial hearings remain incomplete.
Antidepressant linked to heart risk and weight gain
A comprehensive safety review of a widely prescribed antidepressant has uncovered significant cardiovascular concerns and substantial weight gain among users, raising urgent questions about prescription practices.
Antidepressant linked to heart risk and weight gain
New research from University College London suggests a widely prescribed antidepressant may significantly increase cardiovascular risks and cause substantial weight gain in long-term users.
LA County agrees to $700m sexual abuse settlement
Los Angeles County agrees to pay nearly $700 million to settle sexual abuse claims involving over 1,300 plaintiffs in what becomes one of the largest institutional abuse settlements in US history.
Teacher faces 90 abuse charges in international scandal
A former Scottish private school teacher is standing trial facing 90 charges of historical abuse against schoolboys, with new allegations emerging from South Africa involving a 12-year-old victim.
New Orleans Priest Arrested in Sexual Abuse Case
A Catholic priest from New Orleans has been arrested on multiple sexual abuse charges involving a minor, sending shockwaves through the local community and raising serious questions about institutional accountability.
Boarding School Abuse Survivor Finds Peace After 60 Years
After sixty years of carrying traumatic memories, a survivor of systematic sexual abuse at the hands of sadistic teachers in a British boarding school reveals her harrowing journey toward closure and justice.
New laws protect child abuse victims in police operations
Groundbreaking legislation will enable Australian Federal Police to share sensitive material with state counterparts while implementing stronger safeguards for victims of child sexual abuse.
Japanese restaurant owner fights customer abuse in landmark case
A landmark case in Japan sees a restaurant owner take legal action against abusive customers, challenging the country's deep-rooted service culture where customer misconduct often goes unpunished.
Record child witchcraft abuse cases in England
Shocking new data reveals child abuse cases linked to witchcraft and demonic possession beliefs have reached unprecedented levels in England, with authorities reporting brutal exorcisms and torture of vulnerable children.
Ex-Partner Digital Abuse Epidemic Revealed
Shocking new data reveals how former partners are using technology to harass, monitor and control victims in post-relationship abuse cases across the UK.
Surviving Malka Leifer: Sisters' Abuse Ordeal Exposed
A powerful new documentary reveals the traumatic story of three sisters abused by their school principal and their 15-year fight for justice across two continents.
Florida nurse jailed for stepson abuse
Alexis Von Yates, a Florida nurse, has been sentenced to prison for the systematic abuse of her 11-year-old stepson, including withholding food and forcing him to sleep in a locked bathroom.
Buffalo Catholic Diocese files bankruptcy over abuse claims
The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo has sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it faces mounting legal claims from childhood sexual abuse survivors, forcing the potential sale of churches and schools across Western New York.
Texas Megachurch Founder Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse
Robert Morris, founder of Gateway Church in Texas, admits to sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s, leading to his resignation from the 100,000-member megachurch.
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