AI & TechnologyOct 14, 2026
Amble dad develops mental health app inspired by own struggles
A Northumberland dad is preparing to launch a mental health app with the help of his 11-year-old daughter.
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Positive PsychologyOct 14, 2026
Happiness, not awe, may be the better emotional lever for openness to diversity
Feeling happy might do more to open people’s minds to social diversity than experiencing a sense of awe. New research published in the International Journal of Psychology indicates that a brief burst ...
Mental HealthOct 14, 2026
'It's not just an award for us'
Newport men’s mental health group MEN HEAL wins Community Project or Group of the Year at the 2026 South Wales Community Awards.
Behavioral psychologyOct 14, 2026
Brain & Behavior Research Foundation Announces American Foundation for Suicide Prevention as 2026 Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health Recipient
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Recipient of the 2026 Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health New York, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The (BBRF) today announced that the 2026 Pardes ...
Child PsychologyOct 14, 2026
Tips On Leading And Delegating For Entrepreneurs With ADHD
1. Distinguish between operational tasks and strategic oversight. Consider whether tasks you find difficult to focus on (e.g., operations, details, admin) could be delegated. If a task is operational ...
Child PsychologyOct 14, 2026
Psychology says a child's embarrassing school moment can stay with them for years for this reason
Embarrassing experiences can profoundly impact children's emotional growth, as their memories often hinge on social feedback during these moments. When children perceive critical reactions or laughter ...
Child PsychologyOct 14, 2026
Adult ADHD may matter more for how your brain ages than anyone realized
A huge NIH analysis of more than 187,000 adults put a number on it, and the signal held up in genetic data too.
Clinical PsychologyOct 14, 2026
10 Best Eating Disorder Support Organizations of 2026
Recovering from an eating disorder can be challenging, but these 10 organizations can help connect you with the treatment and support you need.
Mental HealthOct 14, 2026
Concerns over 'incomprehensible' Traveller mental health crisis to be addressed at awareness and education day in Tralee today
The 'incomprehensible' Traveller mental health crisis demands urgent solutions. That's according to Dr. Lorcan Martin.
TraumaOct 14, 2026
Family-centred approach needed to prevent domestic violence, mental trauma: State minister
The state minister said violence inside the home is not always physical, as words, humiliation and repeated verbal abuse can also leave lasting emotional scars.
PolicyOct 14, 2026
Dominica reviews mental health legislation to strengthen patient rights and care
Consultant Psychiatrist at the Acute Psychiatric Unit, Dr. Nadia Wallace, says Dominica’s existing Mental Health Act may require revision to address evolving standards in mental health care and human ...
Bullying preventionOct 14, 2026
National Bullying Prevention Month: A community call to action
Month serves as 'vital reminder that how we treat one another directly impacts community health, safety, and well-being' ...
Family & RelationshipsOct 14, 2026
Child psychologist reveals the parenting habit that can ruin kids’ confidence
As parents, we want our kids to be happy, healthy, and of course we also want them to have confidence in themselves and be well-adjusted and able to handle what life throws at them. And while it can ...
Mental HealthOct 14, 2026
Perth Unites World to Strengthen Mental Health Care
Delegates from nearly 20 countries to gather at Optus Stadium for the 2026 Global Mental Health SummitThree-day summit to focus on building ...
PolicyOct 14, 2026
Mental health patients report year-long waits to access care: Amaha Report
A shocking report reveals that over half of mental health patients in Mumbai wait up to a year for treatment, highlighting barriers to accessing mental healthcare.
Clinical PsychologyOct 14, 2026
If a Panic Attack Comes, Just Get Off | How to Reclaim Going Out While Living with Panic Disorder
For days that didn't change with medication aloneDon't carry it all by yourself anymore."If it comes, just get off at the next station"Reclaim your ability to go out with that escape route."What if I ...
AI & TechnologyOct 14, 2026
Discovery Health expanded access to mental healthcare for 22,000 members in one year, with better outcomes and lower hospital costs
A fully funded digital mental health benefit integrated into Discovery Health’s existing care pathways and member app reached 22,000 member activations in its first 12 months, with 90% user ...
Health PsychologyOct 14, 2026
How poor recovery is impacting our Mental Health
As South Africa observes Mental Health Awareness Month this October, data reveals a concerning trend impacting the nation's emotional ...
AddictionOct 14, 2026
AI Financial Corporation Rebrands Its Biotech Business as Drew Therapeutics in Honor of Andrew Witkoff, Who Succumbed to Opioid Addiction in 2011
AI Financial is a leading fintech, specializing in agentic commerce. Its biotech segment has a robust pipeline of non-addictive treatments for pain and will become a separate, independent public ...
Mental HealthOct 14, 2026
A new study shows good friends make you healthier (and live longer): How loneliness impacts physical and mental health
A major new study suggests feeling lonely or socially isolated can cut years of healthy life, especially in terms of mental health.
Clinical PsychologyOct 14, 2026
Compass Pathways Joins Forces with Leading Mental Health Organizations to Mark First-Ever U.S. Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD) Awareness Day
For additional information and resources about TRD, visit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) or Mental Health America (MHA).
Mental HealthOct 14, 2026
All you need to know about new Suicide (Prevention) Bill wey Nigeria senate dey consider
Di Nigeria Senate President bin cause tok-tok for social media sake of im comment durin di debate ova one new bill to decriminalise attempted suicide for di kontri. But wetin dis bill dey tok?
AddictionOct 14, 2026
Ibogaine Shows Promise Against Addiction, but Cardiac Risks Loom Large
A new review in Advances in Therapy finds that the psychedelic alkaloid ibogaine shows broad anti-addictive potential across opioid, stimulant, alcohol, and nicotine use disorders, but serious cardiac ...
Cognitive PsychologyOct 14, 2026
The "Present" Might Be a Memory from 0.5 Seconds Ago: Considering the Boundary Between Consciousness and Memory
Introduction"Consciousness" and "memory" are usually treated as separate things.Consciousness is experiencing the "present." Memory is recalling the "past."However, I have recently come to think that ...
WorkplaceOct 14, 2026
Irish employers urged to strengthen workplace mental health support
Irish employers are being urged to combine employee assistance programmes with earlier mental health risk assessments to address workplace pressures and support employee wellbeing.
Cognitive scienceOct 14, 2026
Europe’s Cancer Mental Health Guidelines Leave Children, Families and Digital Care Behind
A systematic review of 38 European clinical practice guidelines finds growing recognition of cancer patients' psychological and cognitive needs but persistent gaps in paediatric, caregiver, ...
PsychologyOct 14, 2026
The best way to respond to passive-aggressive comments
Experts explain what to say when someone seems to be taking a dig at you but won’t quite say what they mean.
Mental HealthOct 14, 2026
Osouji Kakumei Franchise: Dealing with Loneliness and Mental Health After Independence | How to Cope When You Feel Lonely and How to Utilize SVs and Owner Communities (2026 Latest)
I suddenly feel lonely after becoming independent…” For many owners in their 40s and 50s who became independent with Osouji Kakumei, an unexpected wall they face after opening is the mental aspect of ...
AddictionOct 14, 2026
CVS to pay $315M to settle opioid prescribing allegations
Prosecutors say the company filled unnecessary prescriptions that fueled the opioid epidemic. A spokesperson for CVS said the company admitted to no wrongdoing and “strongly disagreed” with the case’s ...
Social MediaOct 14, 2026
Cyberbullying: 'Do not delete evidence, it could be key to the case'
He said the evidence that should be preserved includes full screenshots showing the username, date, time, URL and comment content without cropping or editing.