Socks in bed sleep hack tested for a week
A journalist with ADHD tests the science-backed hack of wearing socks to bed to improve sleep onset. Did it work, or was it just annoying? Find out the results.
Category : Mental Health
Homeless artist's paintings now pay his rent via charity
Guan Chow turned to painting while homeless. Now, his art sold through the HomeLess Made initiative covers his living costs, as the charity launches a £359k fundraiser to expand its studio.
Suicide Attempts 4x Higher in Teens with Care History
Shocking new research finds 26% of 17-year-olds who have been in care have tried to end their life, a rate four times higher than their peers. Experts call it a 'national emergency'.
Illegal betting sites targeted gambler after UK self-exclusion
The sister of Oliver Long, who took his own life after being targeted by illegal overseas gambling sites, demands action from the Gambling Commission. Read her call for change.
Traitors star says BBC show uncovered her heart condition
Former Met detective Amanda Collier reveals a routine BBC medical scan before filming The Traitors diagnosed a serious hereditary heart condition, prompting life-saving lifestyle changes.
Fan's suicide linked to illegal 'Not on GamStop' gambling sites
A coroner heard how Ollie Long, 36, took his own life after using unlicensed offshore betting operators. The case highlights the dangers of sites targeting vulnerable people excluded from UK-licensed platforms.
LGB+ mortality risk 1.3x higher than straight peers
First ONS data reveals LGB+ people in England & Wales are significantly more likely to die by suicide, drug overdose, or alcohol-related disease. Urgent action needed to address health inequalities.
NHS right-to-choose ADHD system fails vulnerable patients
An investigation reveals systemic failures in NHS right-to-choose ADHD care, leading to tragic outcomes. Read the full story and learn about the urgent need for regulation.
Traitors star: Church tried to 'cure' my homosexuality
Matthew Hyndman from BBC's The Traitors shares his traumatic experience with conversion therapy in Northern Ireland and his campaign to ban the practice across the UK. Read his powerful story.
ADHD system in chaos as clinicians describe unsustainable pressure
Clinicians expose a broken ADHD assessment system in England, overwhelmed by demand and plagued by administrative failures, leaving desperate patients in limbo. Read the full investigation.
Why a social media ban for under-16s misses the mark
Kemi Badenoch's call to ban under-16s from social media addresses real harms but ignores the root cause: toxic platforms and older users. We explore the complex debate.
Araújo's emotional Super Cup win after mental health break
Ronald Araújo returns from a 47-day mental health break to help Barcelona secure a dramatic 3-2 Spanish Super Cup victory over Real Madrid in Jeddah. A story of resilience and team support.
Dad jailed 35 years for throwing baby at TV
A father from Ceredigion has been sentenced to 35 years for attempted murder after throwing his infant daughter at a television, leaving her with catastrophic brain damage. Read the full court report.
Playing Hollow Knight: Silksong with chronic pain
A journalist's four-month journey through 2025's toughest game, Hollow Knight: Silksong, became a parallel to learning to live with debilitating nerve pain. Discover how gaming's lessons on suffering diverged from reality.
Mark Solms defends Freud in 'The Only Cure'
Neuroscientist Mark Solms launches a compelling defence of Freudian psychoanalysis, arguing it remains a vital, unique cure for mental suffering. Discover the evidence and the debate.
Dogs protect owner with Alzheimer's on motorway
A daughter's story of her father's Alzheimer's journey, a terrifying motorway incident, and how his devoted dogs became his unwavering guardians. Discover the importance of early diagnosis.
Why Socialising Could Help You Live Longer
Neuroscientist Ben Rein explains the science behind why isolation is as harmful as chronic stress, and how friendship improves recovery from illness. Discover the brain chemistry of connection.
How to fall in love with winter - podcast insights
Writer Katherine May shares her philosophy of 'wintering' - learning to embrace winter for rest, recovery, and joy. Discover practical tips to thrive in the coldest months.
Linda Clark fractures shoulder in terrifying ice fall
Celebrity Gogglebox star Linda Clark reveals she's 'black' with bruises after slipping on ice and fracturing her shoulder. The 73-year-old was rushed to hospital amid UK freeze.
Reggie Yates feared losing use of hand after tumour surgery
BBC presenter Reggie Yates opens up about the 'toughest moment' after a hand tumour discovery. He details the surgery, the wait for results, and his powerful perspective on recovery. Read his full story.
The Traitors star's horror bike crash needed surgery
The Traitors contestant Amanda Collier reveals a 2022 cycling accident in France caused 'the most pain of her life' and required emergency surgery. Read her full story.
Does 'Faking It Till You Make It' Really Work?
Explore the psychology behind the 'fake it till you make it' mantra. Can confidence be a performance? Read expert insights and real-life experiences.
Trans Man: Top Surgery Saved My Life After 6-Year Wait
Oscar Sharples shares his journey from a suicide attempt at 16 to life-saving top surgery, highlighting the crisis of 42,000 trans people waiting for NHS gender care.
Sorting a Mother's Life as Alzheimer's Takes Hold
A son clears his mother's home of 50 years as Alzheimer's progresses, confronting painful memories and dark family secrets hidden in old photographs. A story of care, trauma, and legacy.
Family's Double Tragedy After Sepsis Misdiagnosis
A grandmother shares her devastating story after losing her 5-year-old granddaughter to sepsis, followed by her son's suicide. She urges awareness of sepsis symptoms and the use of Martha's Law.
Abortion due to climate crisis anxiety: a mother's story
A mother of two shares her painful journey of terminating a wanted pregnancy due to climate anxiety, followed by a miscarriage. A psychotherapist explains how to process the grief and find peace.
Finding Calm in Jigsaw Puzzles After a Loss
Discover how a mother rediscovered the meditative joy of jigsaw puzzles, a childhood passion passed from daughter to parent, which became a crucial tool for managing grief and finding mindfulness. Read her touching story.
How a nurse's question helped a mother escape domestic abuse
A mother recounts how a hospital visit and a nurse's crucial question began her escape from a decade of coercive control and violence. Learn the signs of abuse and where to find help.
Date used me to get closer to my friend, then ghosted
A woman shares her devastating dating story after her crush used her to get closer to her friend. Read her cautionary tale of queer dating and betrayal.
Nurse sanctioned for 10+ years of bullying colleagues
A London nurse has been given an 18-month practice order by the Nursing and Midwifery Council after a tribunal found her fitness to practise impaired due to sustained bullying and aggression. Read the full details of the misconduct case.
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