Psychedelic treatments show promise for OCD while cannabis doesn’t, review finds Psychiatry professor theorizes that the difference is related to how the substances interact with areas of the brain The Guardian - US · Dec 13, 2025
‘Our perfectly healthy daughter caught flu. Now she faces having to learn to walk and talk again’ Sienna Dunion had been a perfectly healthy child with no underlying conditions before she was diagnosed with Acute Necrotising Encephalitis The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2025
Pauline Quirke’s son raises more than £177,000 in Alzheimer’s charity trek Charlie Quirke decided to take on the challenge following his mother’s diagnosis with dementia in 2021. Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2025
“My Sister With Alzheimer’s Is Giving Birth And The Family Is Pushing It On Me” What begins as a heartbreaking situation quickly spirals into pressure and expectation, leaving this couple questioning how much they’re truly responsible for. Their refusal to adopt a child they never planned for sparked intense discussion online about boundaries, consent, and the limits of family obligation. Bored Panda · Dec 12, 2025
Prison officials tell judge ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO is competent to stand trial Federal prison officials say the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch is fit to stand trial on federal sex trafficking charges The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2025
Using this method to come off antidepressants can reduce risk of relapsing by almost 50% This approach, known as tapering, has been found to significantly lower the risk of depression relapse The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025
This early Alzheimer’s sign could be hiding in your routine scans, scientists say MRI scans may reveal weakening brain drainage system linked to dementia, researchers say The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025
Barbara Windsor’s widower says he’s hurt by backlash to new relationship Scott Mitchell met his new partner, ‘EastEnders’ actor Tanya Franks, while fundraising for Alzheimer’s Research The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025
Why Do Your Hands Shake? Hand Tremors, Shaking Hands Causes & Tremor Symptoms Explained Understanding why hand tremors happen: from anxiety-induced shaking hands causes to essential tremor symptoms. Learn triggers, differences from Parkinson's, and when to seek help. Medical Daily · Dec 10, 2025
School reopenings during Covid linked to improved child mental health Nine months after a school reopened, a child’s likelihood of being diagnosed with a mental health condition plummeted by 43%, say researchers The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025
The new treatment which could help millions with painful, throbbing condition The therapy involves patients listening to modified sounds in a bid to disrupt patterns of activity in their brains and quieten the ringing The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025
New sound therapy offers hope to people with ringing and buzzing in their ears Researchers found the therapy, comprising modified musical notes, quietened tinnitus by around 10% on average. Evening Standard · Dec 10, 2025
One US state is found to have Alzheimer’s ‘hot spots.’ What it reveals about America’s health care Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 7 million Americans — a number that’s expected to double by 2060 The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2025
7 Critical Sleep Deprivation Effects That Harm Brain Health and Cognitive Function Sleep deprivation effects harm brain health, impairing memory, attention, and emotion. Chronic loss risks neurodegeneration and cognitive decline. International Business Times · Dec 9, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025 A better understanding of mental ill health is crucial Letters: Sagal Hassan and Dr Lisa Williams respond to the news that Wes Streeting has asked experts to investigate whether normal feelings have become ‘over-pathologised’
The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025 Social media use damages children’s ability to focus, say researchers Study of 8,300 US children suggests social media may be contributing to a rise in ADHD diagnoses
The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2025 Breakthrough stem cell therapy reverses Parkinson’s in Chinese patient Participant’s Parkinson’s score dropped to value resembling that of healthy person, researchers say
International Business Times UK · Dec 7, 2025 'Dozy Don' Due to Leqembi: Bandaged Hand Sparks Rumours of Secret £20K Alzheimer's Treatment Infusions A medical expert claims Trump's bruised hand proves he is receiving monthly infusions for possible dementia, linking it to poor vein health.
AAP · Dec 7, 2025 NDIS gap leaves thousands with no psychosocial support Redirecting NDIS funds would help people with psychosocial disability whose needs are not being met, a Grattan Institute report has found.
The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025 Five ways microplastics can harm your brain and fuel diseases Study estimated humans consume 250g of microplastics, the size of a dinner plate, every year
Medical Daily · Dec 5, 2025 Morning Headaches and Their Causes: Proven Ways to Prevent Sleep-Related Headaches Morning headaches often stem from sleep-related headaches, apnea, bruxism, or poor sleep habits. Learn what causes them and how simple strategies can prevent daily pain.
International Business Times · Dec 4, 2025 Strict or 'Authoritarian' Parents More Likely to Have Children With Depression, Study Finds A study found that children who have strict or "authoritarian" parents were more likely to develop depression in their teenage years.
Tom’s Guide · Dec 4, 2025 Forget dark showering — this relaxing alternative helps me fall asleep fast Dark showering is the latest trend for better sleep — but my easy, relaxing alternative works just as well.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2025 Wes Streeting orders review of mental health diagnoses as benefit claims soar Health secretary has asked experts to investigate whether normal feelings have become ‘over-pathologised’
The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2025 Taking a break from social media will boost your mental health - but it won’t help loneliness A Harvard University study found young adults benefited from a seven-day break from social media