Twenty-five people died suddenly and another 54 suffered serious cardiovascular problems after taking drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder between 1999 and 2003, according to a report from the US government’s Food and Drug Administration. The report says that children accounted for 19 of the deaths and 26 of the cases of nonfatal cardiovascular problems, including heart attack, stroke, hypertension, palpitations and arrhythmia.
The first ever charity digital music download service has just launched, raising funds to provide essential information on mental health and help tackle the stigma associated with mental health problems. Run by a Scottish mental health charity, the drive is a great way for fans of Scottish music everywhere to grab some great tracks, while helping to raise awareness of mental health issues.
As new figures show that mental ill-health is costing the UK almost £100 billion a year, evidence released today by the Mental Health Foundation and Sustain reveals that changes to the human diet in the last fifty years or so could be an important factor behind the major rise of mental ill-health in the UK.
Clinical psychologist and recovering anorectic Lucy Daniels offers a psychoanalytic perspective on the treatment of anorexia nervosa and raises concerns about the pitfalls of ineffective treatment.
To mark World Mental Health Day on Monday 10 October, the Mental Health Foundation is asking people to talk freely about their mental health. The charity is providing tips on how to look after your mental health and encouraging members of the public to share their tips and experiences as openly as possible throughout the day. Read on for top tips about good mental health! (Press release from the Mental Health Foundation.)
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