Inquest into death of 15-year-old Zack Ellis
A coroner hears how Zack Ellis, 15, was found dead at home in Oldham. The inquest examines mental health support, missed interventions, and family's tragic loss.
Category : Mental Health
Nurse struck off for dangerous medication error in London
A mental health nurse in South London has been removed from the register after administering the wrong medication via a tracheostomy, ignoring the family's pleas. Read the full NMC report.
Mum killed disabled daughter then herself, coroner rules
A coroner has ruled a 'devoted' single mother experiencing extreme isolation killed her severely disabled eight-year-old daughter before taking her own life in Salford. Read the full story.
US Reverses $1.9bn Mental Health and Addiction Cuts
US health officials reinstated nearly $2bn in cuts to vital mental health and substance use programmes following a swift public backlash. The reversal deals a blow to RFK Jr's agenda.
Pet grief as chronic as human loss, study finds
New research shows grief for a pet can be as prolonged and severe as for a human. Share your story of pet loss and its impact on your family.
Pet Loss Grief as Severe as Human Bereavement
New UK research reveals grief for a pet can be as chronic as for a human, with 7.5% meeting criteria for prolonged grief disorder. Experts call for diagnostic guidelines to change.
Cold-water swimming in Nordic seas overcomes burnout
Journalist Laura Hall recounts how a year of swimming in freezing Scandinavian, Greenlandic and Finnish waters, combined with sauna culture, reversed her burnout and reignited her passion for life. Discover her transformative journey.
Trump Cuts $1.9bn from Mental Health and Addiction Care
The Trump administration has abruptly terminated up to $1.9bn in funding for substance use and mental health services, a move experts warn will cost lives and devastate frontline care across the US.
Mental health crisis grips London's firefighters
London firefighters face a mental health crisis driven by traumatic non-fire incidents. New data shows stress causes 20% of long-term absences. Read the full investigation.
Families warn of 'inevitable' disasters after CQC report
Families of the Nottingham attack victims demand urgent intervention after a CQC report found critical failures in the NHS trust that cared for killer Valdo Calocane. Read the full story.
Study: Social Media Doesn't Cause Teen Mental Health Issues
A landmark UK study tracking 25,000 teenagers finds no evidence that screen time on social media or gaming directly causes anxiety or depression. Discover the complex findings.
Psychologists explain why we can't imagine the future
Feeling trapped in the present? Experts reveal how constant bad news and 'polycrisis' are paralysing our ability to plan ahead, and share strategies to reclaim hope.
Mum's anguish after son murdered by partner in hotel
The mother of James Self pays tribute after his murder by Polly Murphy in a Clacton hotel. Essex Police urge all victims of domestic abuse to seek help.
EastEnders crew member survives 11-storey fall abroad
An EastEnders electrician is returning to the UK after a horrific 11-storey fall in Colombia left him in a coma. His family call his survival a 'miracle'. Read his story and support the fundraiser.
Socks in bed sleep hack tested for a week
A journalist with ADHD tests the science-backed hack of wearing socks to bed to improve sleep onset. Did it work, or was it just annoying? Find out the results.
Homeless artist's paintings now pay his rent via charity
Guan Chow turned to painting while homeless. Now, his art sold through the HomeLess Made initiative covers his living costs, as the charity launches a £359k fundraiser to expand its studio.
Suicide Attempts 4x Higher in Teens with Care History
Shocking new research finds 26% of 17-year-olds who have been in care have tried to end their life, a rate four times higher than their peers. Experts call it a 'national emergency'.
Illegal betting sites targeted gambler after UK self-exclusion
The sister of Oliver Long, who took his own life after being targeted by illegal overseas gambling sites, demands action from the Gambling Commission. Read her call for change.
Traitors star says BBC show uncovered her heart condition
Former Met detective Amanda Collier reveals a routine BBC medical scan before filming The Traitors diagnosed a serious hereditary heart condition, prompting life-saving lifestyle changes.
Fan's suicide linked to illegal 'Not on GamStop' gambling sites
A coroner heard how Ollie Long, 36, took his own life after using unlicensed offshore betting operators. The case highlights the dangers of sites targeting vulnerable people excluded from UK-licensed platforms.
LGB+ mortality risk 1.3x higher than straight peers
First ONS data reveals LGB+ people in England & Wales are significantly more likely to die by suicide, drug overdose, or alcohol-related disease. Urgent action needed to address health inequalities.
NHS right-to-choose ADHD system fails vulnerable patients
An investigation reveals systemic failures in NHS right-to-choose ADHD care, leading to tragic outcomes. Read the full story and learn about the urgent need for regulation.
Traitors star: Church tried to 'cure' my homosexuality
Matthew Hyndman from BBC's The Traitors shares his traumatic experience with conversion therapy in Northern Ireland and his campaign to ban the practice across the UK. Read his powerful story.
ADHD system in chaos as clinicians describe unsustainable pressure
Clinicians expose a broken ADHD assessment system in England, overwhelmed by demand and plagued by administrative failures, leaving desperate patients in limbo. Read the full investigation.
Why a social media ban for under-16s misses the mark
Kemi Badenoch's call to ban under-16s from social media addresses real harms but ignores the root cause: toxic platforms and older users. We explore the complex debate.
Araújo's emotional Super Cup win after mental health break
Ronald Araújo returns from a 47-day mental health break to help Barcelona secure a dramatic 3-2 Spanish Super Cup victory over Real Madrid in Jeddah. A story of resilience and team support.
Dad jailed 35 years for throwing baby at TV
A father from Ceredigion has been sentenced to 35 years for attempted murder after throwing his infant daughter at a television, leaving her with catastrophic brain damage. Read the full court report.
Playing Hollow Knight: Silksong with chronic pain
A journalist's four-month journey through 2025's toughest game, Hollow Knight: Silksong, became a parallel to learning to live with debilitating nerve pain. Discover how gaming's lessons on suffering diverged from reality.
Mark Solms defends Freud in 'The Only Cure'
Neuroscientist Mark Solms launches a compelling defence of Freudian psychoanalysis, arguing it remains a vital, unique cure for mental suffering. Discover the evidence and the debate.
Dogs protect owner with Alzheimer's on motorway
A daughter's story of her father's Alzheimer's journey, a terrifying motorway incident, and how his devoted dogs became his unwavering guardians. Discover the importance of early diagnosis.
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