Georgia Senate pitches $409M plan for new forensic mental health hospital
Georgia Senate Republicans are touting their proposal to build a new forensic mental heath hospital. Unveiled earlier this…
St Vincent Govt Eyes New Model to Treat Mental Illness
Minister of Health Daniel Cummings has characterise the mental health facility at Glen in highly critical terms, describing…
Health retreat seeks approval after council letter
An application to formalise an existing mental health retreat in the Sunshine Coast hinterland has opened for public…
Baxter Health introduces dementia doll therapy program
Baxter Health Behavioral Health has introduced a new therapeutic tool aimed at improving the quality of life for…
Is it the right time for Poland to liberalise iGaming?
Policymakers in Poland argue against iGaming liberalisation, pointing to growing black markets across Europe. But lobbyists warn the…
Social media ‘well down the list’ of factors impacting youth mental health, experts say
A blanket ban on social media use for under-16s is “overly restrictive” and lets big tech firms off…
Do not release violent offenders on insanity pleas
Elon Musk does not seem to be a fan of those who may need psychiatric assistance. In a…
Is couples counselling right for me and will the therapist take sides? An expert explains
Should we do couples counselling? Are we happy? Are we both pulling in the same direction? How can…
Tánaiste brands lack of 24/7 psychiatric care in Wexford ‘a major concern’ as he vows mental health services overhaul
An Tániste Simon Harris TD and hospital manager Linda O’Leary at Wexford General Hospital on Friday afternoon. Photo:…
Social media firms head to court over harms to children’s mental health
For years, social media companies have disputed allegations that they harm children’s mental health through deliberate design choices…
Concerns Raised Over Mental Health System After Patients Escape and Allegedly Kill
In an alarming incident reflecting the challenges within the mental health system, NSW Premier Chris Minns has expressed…
Tighter gambling ad rules mulled amid rising social costs
The department of trade, industry & competition plans to regulate gambling advertising amid mounting pressure from civil society…