Flesh-eating bacteria misdiagnosed as flu in UK man
Mark Brooks, 53, survived necrotising fasciitis after a gruelling medical battle. His story highlights the deadly infection's symptoms and the importance of rapid action.
Category : Mental Health
The 'worrying' sign it's time to let go of a friend
A leading counsellor from the BACP explains the key red flag that a friendship has flatlined and offers advice on how to move on or repair the bond. Discover when to hold on and when to let go.
Psychologist reveals why New Year's resolutions fail
A psychologist explains the seven key reasons January goals often collapse and provides actionable strategies to make your 2026 resolutions last. Learn how to build lasting change.
Couple's shower routine clash sparks hygiene debate
Audrey and Noah's relationship is tested by a cultural clash over showering techniques. She champions thorough exfoliation; he's a 'quick-shower guy'. You decide whose argument washes best.
Dad almost loses finger to cat bite infection
A London father needed six surgeries after a cat bite led to a severe Pasteurella infection. Experts warn of the dangers and urge immediate medical attention for all animal bites.
Karen Hauer marks one year alcohol-free in candid post
Strictly Come Dancing professional Karen Hauer reveals her brave journey to becoming teetotal for a year, sharing her emotional struggle and newfound clarity. Read her inspiring story.
Stalker jailed for 3 years after terror campaign
A nurse was left 'living in fear' after her ex-partner's stalking campaign, which included graffiti and a break-in. Read the full story of the court case and sentencing.
Schoolboy dies attempting Squid Game prank, inquest hears
A 12-year-old boy was found dead after trying a dangerous trend linked to the Netflix show Squid Game. Read the full inquest details and warnings.
How to design the perfect, mindful night out
Discover expert-backed strategies for moving beyond passive consumption to create fulfilling, memorable evenings that boost wellbeing, from lino printing to karaoke.
Gay man chooses lavender marriage over divorce
Marty Mar, 45, shares his story of a lavender marriage with wife Brandi. They live as a family without intimacy, prioritising their daughter and shared life. Discover their unconventional love story.
Westlife's Mark Feehily on sepsis recovery and radio return
Westlife singer Mark Feehily opens up about his ongoing recovery from life-threatening sepsis and pneumonia, explaining why he can't join the band's 25th-anniversary tour but is hosting a new radio show. Read his heartfelt health update.
Chance airport meeting sparks journey of forgiveness
A fleeting encounter on a Berlin airport escalator with an estranged father began a profound journey of forgiveness and perspective shift, informed by therapeutic insights.
Anti-knife crime project 'saved' young man's life
A youth worker embedded in a London A&E by the Violence Reduction Unit helped Corrie escape homelessness and crime. Discover how the VRU's public health approach is tackling violence.
Astronaut reveals depression after spaceflight backlash
Amanda Nguyen, the first Vietnamese woman in space, opens up about a 'tsunami of harassment' following her historic Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry and Gayle King.
Mother and daughter die after Christmas meal 'poisoning'
A mother and daughter in Italy died after a Christmas dinner investigators suspect was laced with rat poison. The family's flour mill had a recent rodent infestation. Read the full investigation.
US Parents Fear Stigma After Reiner Family Tragedy
The shocking deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner have thrust addiction back into the spotlight. Parents across the US fear the focus on rare violence will deepen stigma, overshadowing the widespread crisis affecting millions of families.
Navigating grief and mindfulness during the holiday season
After the loss of her mother, a writer discovers a softer, more receptive approach to the festive period through Buddhist principles and 'growing down'. Explore how to find balance and savour small delights.
AI Relationships: Potential Benefits and Dangers Explored
Could AI companions combat loneliness and aid therapy? New research suggests potential, but experts warn of risks from unregulated, for-profit platforms. Discover the nuanced debate.
Crisis Intervention Training Cuts US Overdose Deaths
A little-known police training programme is helping to reduce fatal overdoses across the United States. Discover how Crisis Intervention Training changes law enforcement's approach to addiction.
Ex-digital nomad: 'You can't outrun unhappiness'
Tom Slater spent decades travelling the world as an early digital nomad, only to find himself depressed and unfulfilled. His story exposes the mental health pitfalls of the lifestyle sold on social media.
Mum's 5-Year New Year's Eve Shift at Homeless Shelter
For the fifth consecutive year, mum-of-two Kar will volunteer her New Year's Eve at a Crisis shelter in London. Discover her inspiring story and the impact on guests like Eddie.
Man chokes to death on panettone at Christmas dinner
Giovanni Lopez, 47, tragically died after choking on a piece of the traditional Italian Christmas cake. Read the full story and his brother's tribute.
Climbing saved child abuse survivor from PTSD
Award-winning writer Iain Peters, 77, reveals how mountaineering helped him cope with childhood sexual abuse by a BBC Jackanory presenter for over 50 years. His story is a beacon of hope.
Dad kicked Mum out on Christmas, stepmum moved in a week later
An anonymous writer recounts the traumatic Christmas Day in 2003 when their father violently ejected their mother, leading to a swift remarriage, family estrangement, and a lifelong journey of survival and self-discovery as a transgender person.
The Psychology of Binge-Watching TV You Hate
Experts explain why viewers feel compelled to finish entire TV series they dislike. Discover the psychology behind 'hyperconsumption' and the modern streaming trap.
Body found in search for missing Lancashire student
A body believed to be missing 19-year-old Tom Dingle has been discovered in woodland. The Lancaster University student vanished two weeks ago while walking to a pub.
Made In Chelsea's Louise Thompson's Christmas Eve hospital visit
Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson spent Christmas Eve in hospital for an urgent procedure. The reality TV personality, who has ulcerative colitis, shared her experience and praised the NHS. Read her full story here.
Solo nightclub dance in Bristol taught me to embrace solitude
A poignant personal essay on finding comfort in your own company during a night out in Bristol, learning to dance with anxiety and grief instead of running from it.
US Conservatives Champion Psychedelic Ibogaine for Veterans
Explore how the US political right, including Republican governors and evangelical Christians, is now leading the push to legalise ibogaine, a powerful psychedelic, for treating veterans' PTSD and trauma.
Light boxes help Orkney islanders fight winter SAD
Orkney residents are borrowing 'Wintering Well' light boxes from libraries to tackle seasonal affective disorder during the dark winter months. The UKRI-funded initiative is proving 'super popular'.
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