5 stories tagged #Mental Illness

  1. Carney Holds Off on MAID for Mental Illness as Committee Report Looms
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    Carney Holds Off on MAID for Mental Illness as Committee Report Looms

    Prime Minister Mark Carney says he'll wait for a parliamentary committee report before deciding on expanding assisted dying to those with mental illness.

    last mo. 1 min read
  2. Trump's Psychedelics Order: Symbolic Gesture or a Real Shift?
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    Trump's Psychedelics Order: Symbolic Gesture or a Real Shift?

    Analysts weigh in on former President Trump's executive order aimed at accelerating psychedelic treatments for mental illness, questioning its practical impact versus symbolic value.

    last mo. 2 min read
  3. England Faces Critical Consultant Psychiatrist Shortage, Royal College Warns
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    England Faces Critical Consultant Psychiatrist Shortage, Royal College Warns

    One in seven consultant psychiatrist positions vacant in England, impacting mental healthcare access. Royal College of Psychiatrists urges urgent government action.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Women Unaware Menopause Triggers Mental Illness: Poll Reveals Critical Knowledge Gap
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    Women Unaware Menopause Triggers Mental Illness: Poll Reveals Critical Knowledge Gap

    A new poll shows most women are unaware menopause can trigger serious mental health conditions, prompting urgent calls for better awareness and healthcare.

    3mo ago 2 min read
  5. Mental Illness Rates Surge: Overdiagnosis or Genuine Crisis?
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    Mental Illness Rates Surge: Overdiagnosis or Genuine Crisis?

    Experts examine the rise in mental illness diagnoses, exploring whether it's due to overdiagnosis, increased awareness, or worsening societal factors.

    3mo ago 1 min read