Mental Health

Latest data provides ‘concrete evidence’ of impact of Covid pandemic on mental health

Will Syrian criminals be allowed home? How did an American prison fall into the hands of inmates? And why are sports stars struggling with their menta…

Facebook faces damaging claims that it was aware of harm Instagram caused to children

Help beyond medication may become a lifeline for the NHS in post-pandemic times

Gymnastics star Simone Biles pulls out of the individual all-around final in Tokyo 

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Labour MP Nadia Whittome has spoken out about her struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder

Research shows that the syndrome is especially common among younger people and women

Psychologists have had a unique opportunity to study the effects of social isolation

The best have helped their students to build resilience during the challenges of the past year

Research spanning 24 European countries finds that polling days cause dissatisfaction to rise by 16%

From mental health to cancer, a medical history expert explains the hidden damage caused by Covid-19

New study finds that one in five patients infected with the virus go on to suffer from mental disorder

Charity says ‘modern life’ and ‘exam pressure’ is driving down life satisfaction

New research suggests coronavirus complications may include stroke and psychosis

Drawing up a family contract and earmarking different zones in your home can help with isolation and anxiety

Government expresses concern as 14 former soldiers kill themselves in two months

UK and European exchanges urged to cut trading hours to 9 to 4 in bid to improve work-life balance

Patients with learning disabilities endure ‘horrific’ conditions, say MPs and peers

New research review suggests use of the drug can worsen psychotic symptoms

Residents of Ribble Valley in Lancashire now have even more reason to smile

Schools have a considerable interest in fostering such positive attributes, argues psychology professor

Vote to leave EU has caused a spike in anxiety, splits, divorces and sexless couples

Sufferers face runny noses and watering eyes as grass pollen season begins

Here are The Week's top tips for coping with the stress and strain of the 21st century

Major new study finds level of provision for young people in UK ‘lags far behind’ other EU countries

De-stigmatisation, social media and even Brexit cited as factors in rise

New study says one in ten first-time psychotic disorders may be linked to strong drugs

Uncertainty surrounding UK’s future is having worrying effects on the nation’s psyche

Spray containing ketamine-related chemical hailed as ‘breakthrough’ but side effects spark concerns

Whatsapp ‘suicide challenge’ branded a hoax by children’s charities

Authors of Taming Childhood? claim helicopter parenting and a lack of risk is stifling children

Schools in England will be teaching the practice to children and teenagers in a major new trial

Chief medical officers issue eight-point guide for parents