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There is reliable evidence social media harms young people – debates about it are a misdirection

The Australian government is developing legislation that will ban children under 16 from social media. There has been a huge public debate about whether there is sufficient direct evidence of harm to introduce this regulation.

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'You make me sick': paramedic's family slams killer

The "vicious" stabbing of paramedic Steven Tougher left his mother haunted by the terror of his final moments, a court has heard as she confronted his killer.

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Iran Opens Ominous 'Clinic For Quitting Hijab Removal' To Re-educate Women Who Refuse To Cover Up

In an ongoing crackdown on women's rights, Iran has established a new mental health facility in Tehran, the Clinic for Quitting Hijab Removal, aimed at "treating" women and girls who resist wearing the hijab.

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Iran Opens Ominous 'Clinic for Quitting Hijab Removal' to Re-educate Women Who Refuse to Cover Up

In an ongoing crackdown on women's rights, Iran has established a mental health facility aimed at "treating" women and girls who resist wearing the hijab.

Latin Times

MP calls for all workplaces to have domestic abuse policies to support survivors

Equalities minister Bridget Phillipson responded by saying there is more employers can do and more the Government can do to support survivors.

Evening Standard

He was trapped in hospitals for a decade because he’s autistic – now Nicholas is finally free

Special Report: For more than 10 years, Nicholas Thornton was detained in dementia care homes, psychiatric units and A&E wards because he couldn’t get the help he needed for his autism. It took a huge toll on his health, leaving the 29-year-old unable to speak. Now, one year after The…

The Independent UK

“It deals with the intense depression that I’ve dealt with most of my life”: Trivium’s Matt Heafy names the most personal song he’s ever written

In the new issue of Metal Hammer, Trivium’s leader names the song that most candidly deals with his mental health

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Walking: How many minutes should one walk as per age?

Walking is one of the simplest and most effective forms of exercise, with benefits ranging from improved cardiovascular health to mental well-being. This workout is easy to do, is convenient and can be done without any hassle. Walking is a low impact, accessible activity suitable for all ages, helping each…

The Times of India

A push to change a 2019 Texas law that bars certain felons from becoming social workers

Texas prohibits people with assault convictions, among other felonies, from becoming social workers. A new lawsuit says the ban is unconstitutional.

The Texas Tribune

South Korean Actor Song Jae-Lim Found Dead In Seoul

South Korean actor Song Jae-lim's untimely death raises concerns about mental health in the competitive entertainment industry.

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Our research reveals women suppress their femininity to fit into military culture – and struggle to be seen as veterans when they leave

Imagine spending years hiding who you are to fit into a group, only to become invisible once you leave. This is the reality for many women who serve in the military.

The Conversation

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Insights from Experts

Social media has significantly changed how people communicate, share, and view the world. Yet, alongside its benefits, research highlights its effects on mental health, especially concerning issues like anxiety, depression, loneliness, and addiction. This article delves into these effects, exploring insights from experts in the field.

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Isolation heightens ‘threat vigilance’ in teenagers, study suggests

The findings might shed light on the link between loneliness and mental health conditions such as anxiety disorders, researchers say.

Evening Standard

Labour’s mental health reforms a ‘lip service’ that could worsen racial inequalities, experts warn

Exclusive: Labour government has yet to commit to funding levels for mental health promised under the Tories

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It took Bondi attacker just three minutes to stab 16 people, inquest hears

Attacker suffered from schizophrenia and was off medication, inquiry hears

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One in five sexual violence victims pressured by police to withdraw claims, survey finds

Three-quarters of respondents say mental health was damaged as a direct result of treatment by police in England and Wales

AAP

Ex-Home and Away star walks free after appeal win

A former Australian soap star has walked free from court after successfully appealing his seven-month jail term for a series of violent attacks against a woman.

Newcastle Herald

'Healing environment': mental health centre to treat criminal patients

The centre must not be 'boxes within boxes in a car park'.

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Bondi Junction killer’s mental health deteriorated after stopping medication, hearing told

Directions hearing into fatal stabbing of six people at Sydney shopping centre in April to examine Joel Cauchi’s history with police and delayed Westfield alarm

The Conversation

We knew offshore detention was bad for the mental health of people seeking asylum. Our new research shows exactly how bad

For more than a decade, mandatory offshore detention has been a cornerstone of Australia’s strategy to deter people who arrive by boat to seek asylum. Then there’s onshore detention where people without a valid visa are held in centres and transit accommodation on mainland Australia.

International Business Times UK

UK Junior Lawyers 'Who Haven't Seen Sunlight in Months' Asked to Work 70-Hour Weeks to Justify Their Salaries

Junior lawyers face intense pressure from rising salaries and demanding hours, prompting concerns about work-life balance and mental health.

Newcastle Herald

Free program that helped more than 1000 youngsters to survive with merger

'It's nice to feel not so alone and we have this support.'

The Guardian - UK

Better care for mental health patients will hinge on funding

Letters: Readers respond to the government’s proposals to reform the Mental Health Act and end injustice in the treatment of severe mental illness

The Guardian - AU

Offshore detention makes it 20 times more likely asylum seekers will suffer PTSD, Australian study finds

Exclusive: Researchers examine how regime impacts someone’s risk of experiencing long-term serious mental illness once living in the community

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'The prescription is nature': How satellites can show us the healing effects of nature

"The incidence of diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders is less the greener the environment people live in."

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