New study highlights need for urgent investment in mental health services
15 Mar 2021 More than half of adults believe the coronavirus pandemic has had a negative impact on mental health, a major study has revealed. |
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One-third of young people report mental health symptoms during national lockdown, study reveals
8 Mar 2021 Almost one in three young people reported symptoms of poor mental health during the first Covid-19 lockdown, a major study has revealed. |
Young people with autism and ADHD more likely to suffer from sleep deprivation, study reveals
5 Mar 2021 Children with autism or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to suffer from sleep problems, a major study has revealed. |
Picture fitness books could boost physical activity in children with autism, study suggests
2 Mar 2021 Picture books could be used to boost the physical activity of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a major study has revealed. |
Parents and young children report greater levels of psychological distress throughout third national lockdown
26 Feb 2021 Both parents and young children’s mental health has worsened throughout the third national lockdown, academics have revealed. |
One in four teenagers report self-harm in last 12 months, study reveals
22 Feb 2021 Almost one in four teenagers say they have self-harmed in the past year, a major study has revealed. |
Children with poor mental health at “greater risk” of physical problems in later life, study reveals
19 Feb 2021 Children with poor mental health are at a greater risk of physical health problems in later life, a major study has revealed. |
Public awareness campaign could improve “social success” for people with autism, study reveals
12 Feb 2021 Raising the public’s awareness of autism could improve social outcomes for people living with neurodivergent conditions, a major study has revealed. |
Scientists use machine learning technology to accurately identify depression and psychosis
8 Feb 2021 Machine learning technology could be the secret to unlocking the complexity of mental illness, a major study has revealed. |
Children with autism much less likely to exercise than peers, study reveals
5 Feb 2021 Young people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) should be kept active to maintain their mental wellbeing, a major study has revealed. |
