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Report highlights flaws in ADHD and autism care
There is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism, an official review in England has found.
Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know
It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways?
From the workplace to pop culture - why how we view women's anger is changing
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it?
Fund launched to back community wellbeing projects
The fund aims to attract support from individuals, families, businesses and charitable trusts.
'You can talk about your feelings without anybody judging you'
Around 100 school children have taken part in an art project to help them deal with bereavement.
ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review
The review, which focuses on younger people, warned there was a risk society was moving from an era of under-diagnosis to over-diagnosis.
Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after leaving UK
The Duke of Sussex says he had an "adrenaline crash" while visiting Vancouver Island to "get some space".
'Ominous signs' of winter pressures as NHS waiting list grows
NHS winter pressures appear to be building already, with rises in waiting times for planned surgery.
'I was blamed for my baby's death, now NHS needs to change'
Neil and Katie Russell are working with the hospital where their daughter died on the scheme.
New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10
Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization
Baby termination was 'our most loving choice'
Rosanna Brown was advised to end her pregnancy because her baby had a life-threatening condition.
'That nagging feeling of dread': Is 'hang-xiety' a real thing?
For some, a hangover can start an anxious spiral. We spoke to experts about the reasons why.
Cancer patient hit with £680 in parking charges
Jeremy received four parking notices at Queen Alexandra Hospital after his free exemption expired.
Family of woman who died after 'misread' smear test join calls for inquiry
Relatives of Louise Corbett Gibbons support the campaign for an inquiry into screening services.
'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD'
'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD'
One million UK people who have never smoked are now vaping
Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.
Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent
Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse.
'Life-saving' mums charity could close waiting list
The charity recently lost out on a bid for funding and now might have to close its waiting list.
'Cancer checks harder' to do in 10-minute appointments with GP
Dr Amara Naseem says appointment times are not long enough to get the information she needs.
Parents' plea for kidney transplant for daughter
Four-year-old Aryia needs a kidney transplant after doctors ruled out her parents as donors.
Nobel Prize awarded for revealing inner workings of the brain
US psychiatrist and neurologist Karl Deisseroth and his German colleagues Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel have been awarded for their work.
I found out I had cancer when my son kicked me
Ben Lidgey was accidentally kicked in the testicles by his son, which may have saved his life
Early Lampard findings could come within weeks
Early recommendations could be issued if evidence highlights patient safety risks, the chair says.
'Perimenopause cost me my job and family life'
Sally Williams says she wants other women to be aware of the "danger zone" of perimenopause.
'Here for Chris' mental health initiative launched
Chris Kamara has helped launch 'Here for Chris' a new men's mental health initiative in Guernsey.
Coroner warns of risk of future deaths at mental health unit where patient was killed
Hugo Flint-Cahan, 34, was fatally attacked by Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, at a mental health trust in east London.
Woman's Hour
We find out more about a rape investigation at a US university that's sparked rage online.
'Why I'm donating 100 litres of my breast milk'
Emma said donating her breast milk had been "such a worthwhile thing to do".
Inside India's forest villages, where a dangerous mix of crises led to 32 child deaths
At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria.
Endometriosis trial gives hope to millions of women in pain like me
A 2.3m study will look at whether a personalised pain management plan can improve the quality of life of women who have the debilitating condition.
How empty chairs are helping people's mental health
When Dean Perryman's best friend Rob Clancy took his own life, he wanted to create something positive from an unimaginable loss.His idea was simple; reserve an empty chair in a pub and invite anyone who needed a conversation to sit down.
'My big breasts lead to lewd comments in the street'
Charlotte Howard has been turned down for breast reduction surgery by the NHS, despite daily pain.
The Irish international rugby 'trailblazer' and her legacy of cancer awareness
Rosie Stewart played for Ireland and was a founding member of Ulster Women's Rugby but died after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Family told to call locksmith over mental health fears
A force should have flagged mental health services after a family called about their son, IOPC says.
Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse - and how to break them
Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here's what you need to know about the condition.
How Lindsay Clancy's return to court after mistrial unfolded
The BBC's Ione Wells describes what happened in court, as the US mother's defence for the first time argued there was not enough evidence to prove Clancy killed her children.
Burnham vows to end existing pension triple lock in 2030 to help fund care
The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK.
Scrapping pensions triple lock 'morally wrong', says union boss
Andy Burnham wants to outline his ideas for a free-at-the-point-of-use social care system in his first speech to Labour conference as prime minister.
All in the Mind
Plus, we reveal the All in the Mind Awards judging panel.
New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says
Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial".
How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert
Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow.
Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation.
'Broken social care will in the end break the NHS,' says Burnham
Andy Burnham said the proposed care service would be laid out in detail and put on the ballot at the next general election.
Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives
Statistics Jersey says the 2026Children and Young People's Surveywill open in October.
Article removed: How the bare nails trend became a class issue
Bare nails - or nails that appear that way - are a growing trend. But is it as innocent as it seems?
NHS to suspend staff suspected of snooping on patient records
There have been too many cases of staff abusing patient trust, and enough is enough, the head of the NHS in England says.
I want to use my mental health experiences to help others - ex-ref Robathan
Former assistant referee Dan Robathan ran the line at the FA Cup final between Crystal Palace and Manchester City in 2025. Just one year later he talked to BBC Newsbeat about losing his career after doctors found benign tumours in his spine.
'A tumour the size of a football saved my life'
Lisa Carroll, 47, who was diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer, urges women to check symptoms.
How a rapid new test is helping brain tumour patients
A rapid new test for brain tumours that the NHS has started using can slash the time it takes for an accurate diagnosis from up to eight weeks to two hours.
FA Cup assistant ref says tumours ended his career
Dan Robathan says he needs time to "grieve" his career.
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