
Slate - 3 hours 51 min ago
A listener needs advice on supporting a friend. Plus, Lucy thrives in the wilderness!...

BBC - 8 hours 9 min ago
The health secretary said the aim was to tackle a rising demand for services and the increased pressure on the NHS.

The Independent - 12 hours 5 min ago
Prolonged loneliness is an issue for nearly 58 million U.S. adults age 45 and older, raising their risk for heart disease and poor brain health...

The Guardian - 12 hours 11 min ago
Health secretary has asked experts to investigate whether normal feelings have become over-pathologised' The health secretary, Wes Streeting, has ordered a clinical review of the diagnosis of mental health conditions, according to reports. Streeting is understood to be concerned about a sharp rise in the number of people making sickness benefits claims because of diagnoses for mental illness, autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the Times reported. He has asked leading...

The Guardian - 20 hours 53 sec ago
Researchers find children who own dogs score lower for social problems, aggressive behaviour and delinquency Having a dog in the home could help boost teenagers' mental health, research suggests, with scientists adding this could in part be down to the sharing of microbes. Prof Takefumi Kikusui, of Azabu University in Japan, who led the work, said being with dogs could reduce owners' stress and stimulate the release of the bonding hormone oxytocin. Continue reading...

Popular Science - 20 hours 1 min ago
Dogs can increase bacteria that help teen brains and bellies stay in sync The post Pet dogs can help teens’ mental health appeared first on Popular Science .

NBC News - 21 hours 11 min ago
Facing the holiday rush may put your health in the backseat so NBC medical reporter Dr. Akshay Syal joins TODAY to share his tips for staying healthy and safe this season. Tips include what you should do if you're not feeling well, cold weather safety, how to keep your exercise goals on pace and more.