We already know that loneliness is a huge problem which is sweeping across Britain but recent studies suggest the problem is worse than initially thought and particularity rife among those over the age of 65, reported The Times. According research conducted by Age Concern more than one in ten over 65′s admitted too always or read more »

Those who quit smoking are actually increasing their chances of developing type two diabetes, BBC News reports. Research shows that quitters have a 70% increased risk of developing type-two diabetes in the first six years without cigarettes compared with non-smokers. One of the main reasons for the increase in risk is due to the fact read more »

Mindful Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a NICE approved treatment based on meditation techniques. Research has shown that this kind of treatment is capable of cutting recurrent depression by half, but with as little as 1 in 5 GPs having access to this kind of medical care despite 72% of them believing it would benefit read more »

As part of Barnet’s new In The Limelight project, Artsdepot is inviting people over the age of 60 who are in the early stages of dementia, to step into the spotlight and take part in a variety of theatre workshops. Along with their carers, the participants will take part in a programme of workshops which read more »

A recent report featured on the Mental Health Foundation website exposes the lack of support that middle aged people receive with regards to Mental Health Care in Scotland. The Liberal Democrats recently declared that they believe middle-aged people with mental health problems appear to be missing out on vital support and that it is the read more »

A recent survey commissioned by the Prince’s Trust has revealed that being out of work could result in “permanent psychological scars” for Britain’s youngsters reports BBC News. A poll of more than 2,000 16 to 25 year olds showed that one in 10 of those who had been unemployed had turned to drugs or alcohol read more »

In a bid to tackle their huge underage and binge drinking problem, all of Scotland’s 17 public health chiefs have called on politicians to back a minimum price for alcohol, reports BBC News. All 17 directors of health have signed a letter which calls on the Scottish government to raise the minimum price of alcohol read more »

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