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Suspected Porepunkah gunman Dezi Freeman had deteriorating mental health and a black belt in karate, former friend says

Sending 10 Victoria police officers to execute a warrant on the 56-year-old would have been ‘worst thing’ for Freeman, says man who has known him since the 1990s

The Guardian - AU

Care watchdog slammed for ‘failing’ to take action at scandal-hit hospital before teen’s unlawful death

SPECIAL REPORT: The bereaved parents of Ruth Szymankiewicz call for change after legal ‘loophole’ means hospital where their teenage daughter died could not be prosecuted over its failings, as health correspondent Rebecca Thomas reports

The Independent UK

Dawn Ellery on Breaking Silence: From HR to Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, and the Power of Difficult Conversations

Whether in corporate HR offices, behind the counter of an intimacy boutique, or now through speaking and writing, Ellery has consistently sought to challenge what is left unsaid, believing that the truths people often bury are ones that deeply shape their lives.

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HMP Wandsworth prisoner ‘would still be alive’ without failings, watchdog rules

Staff repeatedly missed opportunities to help Rajwinder Singh, 36, who took his own life, a report has found

Evening Standard

Justin Bieber shares series of affectionate photographs with his wife Hailey

In a huge contrast to his social media activity that sparked worry among fans for his mental health and marriage, Justin Bieber has been sharing a series of affectionate photographs with his wife Hailey.

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Nova Twins: Parasites & Butterflies review – fearless rock duo balance anthems and introspection

Trailblazers Amy Love and Georgia South push the boundaries of their trademark hybrid rock sound while confronting mental health and naysayers

The Guardian - UK

NHS ‘reliant’ on private firms and charities for mental health care – think tank

Analysis by the King’s Fund shows ‘a significant increase in the share of NHS mental health inpatient care being outsourced to independent providers’.

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Bailey Smith Opens Up About Spending Time In A Psych Ward Amid Mental Health Battle

"I went through a really dark time and I didn't think I would get to the other side."

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Breaking the Cycle of Tax Stress: How Cash Tracks Financial Helps Americans Reclaim Peace of Mind

43% of Americans say money is negatively impacting their mental health. Much of that stress centers on taxes, whether it's overdue payroll filings, unfiled returns, or looming IRS notices.

International Business Times

OpenAI Updates Safety Features Amid Lawsuit— Here's What's Changing

OpenAI is rolling out new ChatGPT safeguards after a lawsuit, including emotional distress detection and parental controls.

Tom’s Guide

Geelong star details mental health battle during speech

In a stunning All-Australian interview, Geelong star Bailey Smith has bravely shared he spent four weeks at a mental health facility during a tough 2024.

AAP

The unhappiest age might surprise you - and it’s not midlife

Data suggests Gen Z is far more prone to despair and anxiety than previous generations

The Independent UK

Young girls are inspired to discuss their mental health after seeing portrayals on films and TV

Exclusive: Young girls think depictions of mental health on film and TV help them – but less than half believe the portrayals are accurate

The Independent UK

In a lonely world, widespread AI chatbots and ‘companions’ pose unique psychological risks

Within two days of launching its AI companions last month, Elon Musk’s xAI chatbot app Grok became the most popular app in Japan.

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The Independent UK

The ‘unhappiness hump’ may have just disappeared

The trend has been observed since 2008

Homes & Gardens

I've switched on my brain's cleaning autopilot with this fun musical hack that mental health pros say will beat procrastination and chore dread

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The Independent UK

Young people ‘overdiagnosed’ with mental health conditions, Hunt says

Definitions of mental ill health and neurodivergence have been expanded, leading to overwhelm in the system, according to a new report

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Reason

Smartphone study authors say phones should be regulated like alcohol and tobacco

Parental responsibility? What parental responsibility?

The Independent UK

Photos of pets in dorms: Colleges are welcoming animals to help students feel at home

Sophie Nocera, a senior at Eckerd College, lives on the campus of the liberal arts school in St. Petersburg, Florida, with her Border collie, Zuko. Molly Cheer, a senior nursing major who has a cat named Louie, said she chose Northern Colorado in part because of its pet-friendly policy. Some…

The Independent UK

OpenAI tries to reassure people about ChatGPT’s safety after horrifying stories of mental distress

OpenAI has rushed to assure people that it is trying to make ChatGPT better at dealing with people in the midst of acute mental health crises.

The Conversation

Why religious groups are pushing for psychedelics as sacrament

Texas passed a landmark law in June 2025, supported by former Gov. Rick Perry, that allocates US$50 million to support research on ibogaine, one of the most powerful psychedelics, for treating opioid addiction and treatment-resistant PTSD.

Euronews

Using cannabis to cope with anxiety or depression? You may be at higher risk of paranoia, study says

People who start using cannabis to self-medicate are more likely to be heavy users than those who use the drug socially or for fun, a study has found.

Cycling News

Resilience versus risk: Why mental health issues pose pro cycling's biggest problem

Cycling is scarred by riders who have suffered mental health issues, including Mark Cavendish and Tom Dumoulin. There’s evidence that over a quarter of professional riders battle with these issues during their career. Cyclingnews investigates the dark side of a sport that revels in suffering…

Newslaundry

The Rs 444 question: Why India banned online money games

Hungama hai kyun barpaa thodi si jo pee li haiDaakaa to nahi maara chori to nahi ki hai– Akbar Allahabadi On August 21, Parliament slammed the brakes on online money games by passing the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The government’s press release made its intent clear:…

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