Homeless shock
BRAIN injury could affect almost half of homeless people and may contribute to the risk of people becoming homeless in the first place, says a study by The Disabilities Trust.
The young failed by their families
THE discrimination faced by young people with mental health problems frequently comes from those closest to them.
£13m boost for mental health in Cumbria
CUMBRIA County Council is providing nearly £1m of funding to 43 new projects throughout the county aimed at supporting local people with mental health issues.
A mum’s touching moments
THE healing power of touch has transformed family life for mum Paula West.Paula has a six-year-old son with multiple special needs who finds it...
NHS failining on mental health, report claims
THE NHS is failing to offer people with mental illness a full choice of psychological counselling and therapies, says a new report from the Centre for Social Justice.
Laugh – you’ll feel smiles better
FEELING stressed out? Take a moment to relax, breathe deeply and think of the last funny thing you saw or heard. While those around...
Autistic artists get a chance to shine
ACTRESS Jane Asher and TV presenter Gaby Roslin are urging young artists with autism to enter a prestigious national competition.
