Amy Amy has had multiple emergency ambulance callouts this year As a child, Amy was often violently attacked. At 15, she was threatened with a knife. Now diagnosed with complex PTSD, she’s spent over a decade isolated at home with her mum, desperately seeking help. She has seen a psychiatrist only once. “I was self … Read more
A mental wellbeing and suicide prevention support group for men, gave Tom his life back Source link
BBC Listen to Joe read this article When Imogen arrived at the University of Nottingham in September 2022, she carried with her a letter addressed to the student wellbeing services. As a teenager, she struggled with anxiety and self-harm. The letter, written by her former head of year, was a direct plea to the university … Read more
BBC Listen to Joe read this article When Imogen arrived at the University of Nottingham in September 2022, she carried with her a letter addressed to the student wellbeing services. As a teenager, she struggled with anxiety and self-harm. The letter, written by her former head of year, was a direct plea to the university … Read more
Are students being let down – or is the expectation placed on unis part of the issue? Source link
A deadly attack in Vancouver prompts a conversation about mental health in the province Source link
Texas: Recently, I found myself pouring my heart out, not to a human, but to a chatbot named Wysa on my phone. It nodded – virtually – asked me how I was feeling and gently suggested trying breathing exercises. As a neuroscientist, I couldn’t help but wonder: Was I actually feeling better, or was I … Read more
Jessica Glasser’s parents say families should be told if their child is struggling with their mental health. Source link
In a world where mental health services remain out of reach for many, artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT have emerged as accessible, always-on companions. As therapy waitlists grow longer and mental health professionals become harder to afford, millions have turned to AI chatbots for emotional guidance. But while these large language models may offer soothing … Read more
Content warning: Video contains discussion of suicide. UFC star Paddy Pimblett speaks with BBC Sport’s Sam Harris about dealing with mental health issues, and his supportive friendship with now-retired fighter Molly McCann. Visit www.bbc.co.uk/actionline for more information and help with issues raised in this video. READ MORE: Aspinall upgraded to undisputed UFC champion as Jones … Read more