Rementia: is it possible to reverse the symptoms of early-stage dementia?
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Rementia: is it possible to reverse the symptoms of early-stage dementia?

ByMatthew Betteridge

This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/social-care-network/social-life-blog/2018/apr/11/rementia-possible-reverse-symptoms-early-stage-dementia By Jackie Pool From recalling names to relearning how to make tea, occupational therapists can help people with dementia regain functions As we get better at living longer, the number of people living with dementia rises. Globally, an estimated 46.8 million people live with the condition. But dementia has not always been understood in the…

Green neighbourhoods linked to improved mental health, says study
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Green neighbourhoods linked to improved mental health, says study

ByMatthew Betteridge

This article was taken from: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/design/mental-health-green-neighbourhoods-link-depression-anxiety-stress-uk-cities-a8289076.html By MATTHEW PONSFORD The report linked greenery to reduced stress in a wide range of neighbourhoods – from heavily concreted inner cities to leafy suburban boroughs Natural neighbourhoods lined with trees, gardens, and flowering plants can be a green “pill” for depression and anxiety, according to the largest study of mental health…

For doctors with depression, A&E can be especially tough. I should know
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For doctors with depression, A&E can be especially tough. I should know

ByMatthew Betteridge

This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/healthcare-network/views-from-the-nhs-frontline/2018/mar/27/depression-doctor-ae-tough-nhs By Ben Janaway A worsening environment in the NHS is taking its toll, and many of us feel we don’t deserve the help that is offered Depression is difficult. And as other passengers know, a hard day or moment can derail you. Working in A&E with depression can be especially hard. In…

Young people are facing ‘unacceptable barriers’ getting mental health support from schools and GPs

Young people are facing ‘unacceptable barriers’ getting mental health support from schools and GPs

ByMatthew Betteridge

This article was taken from: https://inews.co.uk/news/health/young-people-teenagers-mental-health-barriers/ By Paul Gallagher Teenagers and young people are facing “unacceptable barriers” in getting mental health support, a charity has warned. A survey of 2,700 people up to the age of 25 who had struggled with mental health issues found that less than 1 in 10 (9 per cent) felt it…

Failings in mental healthcare are violating basic human rightsFailings in mental healthcare are violating basic human rights
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Failings in mental healthcare are violating basic human rightsFailings in mental healthcare are violating basic human rights

ByMatthew Betteridge

This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/mar/21/failing-mental-healthcare-violating-basic-human-rights By Rob Behrens My report shows that too many people in the UK aren’t being treated with the dignity and respect they should expect when in crisis General attitudes to mental health may have become more enlightened, but serious inadequacies remain in how we care for and treat mental health patients….