Genetic links between eating disorder symptoms and suicidal ideation
MQ funded research from Kings College London has found a genetic link that partially explains the overlap between eating disorders and suicidal ideation.
How swimming and nature supported me through grief
Annie Button shares her story about how swimming, nature and creative photography helped her through grief.
The Overlooked Role of Mental Health in Pregnancy
A new scientific statement suggests that incorporating mental health screenings and support during and after pregnancy could help prevent complications and improve mothers’ long-term heart health.
How Art Transforms Mental Health in Later Life
Research from Queen Mary University of London has revealed that engaging in group-based creative activities—such as music, painting, and dance—can have a profound impact on the mental health of older adults.
Study Links PTSD and Anxiety to Fertility Challenges in Women Firefighters
A new study from the University of Arizona has found that women firefighters with PTSD or anxiety may face challenges with fertility. Researchers discovered that those with PTSD had significantly lower levels of anti-Müllerian hormone, a key marker of ovarian reserve, while women with anxiety also showed reduced levels. This hormone reflects the number of healthy eggs a woman has, making it an important indicator of reproductive health.
Lived Experience and Longitudinal Research – the Perfect Partnership
A study from The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has found that people who dwell on feelings of loneliness are much more likely to develop depression.
Why Rumination on Loneliness Increases Depression Risk
A study from The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has found that people who dwell on feelings of loneliness are much more likely to develop depression.
The Children’s and Young People’s Mental Health Crisis Is Holding Back Government’s Growth Plans
New research released today (Wednesday 5th February) warns that the mental health crisis facing children and young people will prevent the Government from its mission of boosting economic growth and productivity as well as impacting the lives of thousands of young people. The research estimates that the long-term impact of mental health problems in childhood now costs the UK over £1 trillion in lifetime lost earnings.
Why More Young People Are Being Hospitalized for Mental Health
Researchers at UCL have found a sharp rise in the number of children and young people admitted to hospital wards in England with mental health issues
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