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Briton who tried to assassinate Trump: Voices in my head said kill him
Michael Sandford has given his first interview since being released from prison.
Tareq Haddad May 09, 2017
Jeremy Hunt say £1bn mental health fund will help fight 'injustice' and 'discrimination'
Hunt said Brexit negotiations would be a crucial factor in bolstering the NHS.
Oli Gamp May 07, 2017
Inquest into suicide of anorexic 15-year-old hears how her family 'lacked support'
15-year-old Pippa McManus weighed just 4 stone when treated before her death.
Mark Piggott May 02, 2017
Horizon: Why Did I Go Mad? explores reasons behind hearing voices, hallucinations and paranoia
BBC2 programme reveals deeper insight into these issues as part of its Mental Health seaspn.
Lucia Binding May 02, 2017
Scientists reveal the first ever map of the bipolar brain
The grey matter is thinner in areas responsible for motivation and inhibition in people with bipolar disorder.
Martha Henriques May 02, 2017
Uber accused in lawsuit of causing an employee to take own life
Zecole Thomas is suing Uber, claiming her husband's mental health declined due to stress and discrimination.
Mary-Ann Russon Apr 26, 2017
Chemotherapy linked to increased risk of depression in cancer patients
Chemotherapy leaves cancer patients more vulnerable to depression by stopping birth of new neurons.
Léa Surugue Apr 25, 2017
London Marathon 2017: Good Samaritan who saved suicidal man run for mental health charity
This is the first marathon for both of them and they are hoping to raise £50,000 for the charity.
Fiona Keating Apr 23, 2017
Prince William wants his children to be able to express their feelings
No British 'stiff upper lip' for Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
Rachel Middleton Apr 18, 2017
The Priory opens healthcare centre in Dubai aimed at burnt-out executives
Private health group opens its first clinic outside the UK in almost forty years since business launched.
Roger Baird Apr 11, 2017
World Health Day 2017 theme: Biggest myths about depression - and why they're wrong
Depression is one of the most common and debilitating diseases in the world.
Léa Surugue Apr 06, 2017
What is the difference between depression and atypical depression?
Mental illness comes in many different forms.
Lydia Smith Apr 05, 2017
What is the difference between bipolar disorder and ordinary mood swings?
The condition causes episodes of clinical depression and mania.
Lydia Smith Mar 30, 2017
Bristol University: Fifth student 'suicide' since beginning of academic year
Bristol University boosts support services after fifth suspected student suicide in 6 months.
Mark Piggott Mar 29, 2017
US opioid epidemic: Heroin use booms five-fold in a decade
The increase was much greater among white than non-white people.
Martha Henriques Mar 29, 2017
Indian Parliament passes bill to decriminalise suicide
The bill recommends providing rehabilitation facilities and assistance to the sufferer.
Vasudevan Sridharan Mar 28, 2017
HIV-positive adolescents are 6 to 12 times more likely to die than other teens
These young people often face more negative health outcomes than HIV patients in other age groups.
Léa Surugue Mar 28, 2017
Las Vegas strip closed as gunman opens fire on bus, killing person one and injuring another
Police believe the suspect had mental health issues.
Will Worley Mar 26, 2017
Ruby Wax and Marks & Spencer to launch after hours mental health cafés
The high street retailer and the comedian will host meetings for people to "share their personal stories".
Roger Baird Mar 15, 2017
Milgram experiment: People ordered to give electric shocks are just as brutal now as they were 50 years ago
People still follow orders against their will and inflict pain on another person when told to by an authority figure.
Martha Henriques Mar 14, 2017
One in four young men in GP waiting rooms have gambling problems
Gambling frequently occurs alongside other addictive behaviours such as drug use and heavy drinking.
Martha Henriques Mar 14, 2017
How much porn is too much? Psychometric test identifies at-risk porn users
The test can be used as an initial indicator to see if someone's porn consumption is likely to be problematic.
Martha Henriques Mar 10, 2017
Why OCD patients struggle to overcome their compulsions
The study suggests that people with OCD are unable to tell what stimuli are safe.
Léa Surugue Mar 06, 2017
Women's orgasms are seen as a sign of masculine achievement for men
The greater a man perceives his success in giving a woman an orgasm, the more masculine he reports feeling.
Martha Henriques Mar 06, 2017
Stormzy opens up on battle with depression: 'It was a realisation of how fragile we are'
IBTimes UK exclusive: BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ Twin B reveals why Stormzy took a break from the spotlight.
Alicia Adejobi Mar 02, 2017
Bug spray exposure during pregnancy linked to 6-year-olds' behavioural disorders
Pyrethroids are used in many household bug sprays, lice treatments and agricultural insecticides.
Martha Henriques Mar 01, 2017
Anorexia in my forties? Eating disorders don't just affect teenagers
They aren't just about weight control, either.
Julie Spinks Feb 28, 2017
There's no link between cats and mental health problems
Pregnant women still advised not to handle used cat litter though.
Francesca Solmi Feb 23, 2017
Same-sex marriage legalisation in US states linked to 7% fall in teenage suicide attempts
The drop in suicide attempts affected lesbian, gay, bisexual and heterosexual teenagers.
Martha Henriques Feb 20, 2017
Why am I so tired?
Do you really need eight hours sleep? Everything you need to know about sleep.
Staff Reporter Feb 17, 2017
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