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NHS trust launches annual winter campaign

Broadcaster and journalist Ashley John-Baptiste with Hannah Dawson, sponsor representative Ryan Cowley-Sharp and Sanctuary Personnel CEO James Rook.

Mental health social worker wins national award

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

Everyturn’s existing mental health crisis services in the North East have seen a 42% increase in referrals in the last year. (Photo by Everyturn)

Mental health 'safe haven' will open in Ashington

Childline has become inundated with calls from youngsters about their mental health. (Picture: Adobe Stock)

Mental health is the main reason kids call Childline, charity reveals

Parents top worries about their children leaving home

Ponteland North county councillor Richard Dodd.

Councillor accused of “mocking” mental health after suicide comments

Brenda Bell and her daughter Sarah.

Sanatorium memories as daughter now works with the charity that saved her mother

Rylan Clark is rumoured to star in the next series of Strictly Come Dancing as a contestant

Rylan Clark reveals suicide attempts following marriage breakdown

Being a part of a team can improve your mental health

Tributes pour in for Euphoria actor Angus Cloud, who died aged 25

Tributes have poured in for Angus Cloud, who recently died aged just 25 - a week after burying his father

Angus Cloud has died aged 25. Image: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Euphoria star Angus Cloud dies aged 25

Fran Kirby has teamed up with suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably to raise awareness of rising suicide rates among young women

Lioness Fran Kirby to star in suicide prevention campaign for CALM

Blocking out quality time with friends can improve mental health

Lewis Capaldi

Lewis Capaldi apologises to Glastonbury crowd after gig issues

Prince Harry

Prince Harry in High Court: Key points from his witness statement

Cairo, a Blue Cross dog

Cost of living causes mental health issues in pet owners, charity says

Waterloo Road confirms new series - BBC release date, cast including Kym Marsh & what to expect

Waterloo Road confirms new series - BBC release date & cast

Stacey Dooley

Stacey Dooley announces UK tour - full details

Jeff Thomas, model and influencer, has died aged 35, as tributes are paid to his ‘bright light’.

Model and social media influencer Jeff Thomas dies aged 35

Emmerdale to showcase an all-male episode - here’s why

The latest editions of Mr Dahl's children's books have been edited to remove language which could be deemed offensive. References within the classic children's books relating to weight, mental health, violence, gender and race have been cut and rewritten, the Daily Telegraph reported. Issue date: Saturday February 18, 2023.

Roald Dahl books re-written to remove ‘critical language’

North East Ambulance Service.

Surging levels of mental ill health among North East Ambulance Service staff

Robin on a magnolia tree. Photo: Andy Hay (rspb-images.com)

RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2023: How to take part

It’s important to talk to our loved ones about mental health

Health group give tips on how to talk mental health to loved ones

Blue Monday is said to be the most depressing day of the year

What is Blue Monday and when is it in 2023?

Here’s how your body changes during Dry January

Alcoholics will be offered ketamine to help them stay off the booze for longer in a new medical trial led by the University of Exeter.

Alcoholics to be offered ketamine in new NHS medical trial

People suffering from severe alcohol use disorders will be offered ketamine in a new NHS and university-led medical trial.

Actress Kate Winslet. (Photo by Mike Windle/Getty Images)

Kate Winslet and daughter Mia Threapleton to star in Channel 4 show

England captain Harry Kane will read a bedtime story on CBeebies for World Mental Health Day.

Harry Kane to read CBeebies Bedtime Story for World Mental Health Day

When is World Mental Health Day 2022 and how to get involved

Ian Levy and Gillian Keegan.

MP COLUMN: Improving mental health services for residents

Make people happy during Mental Health Awareness Week (photo: Unsplash)

Peace of mind - Mental Health Awareness Week is your happy place

Three in 10 Brits admit their mental health takes a complete nosedive over the C...

Eight in 10 adults think gyms are 'too intimidating' – due to fears they’ll be j...

Insp Steve Baker.

Inspector praised for role shaping police's approach to mental health

Women’s gym clothes ladies fit kit 2021

Women’s gym clothes: our favourite ladies workout kit 2021

England has rated its overall mood at a measly 58 out of 100, according to surve...

Prince Harry: Mental health and climate change are two most pressing social issues (Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images)

Prince Harry: Mental health and climate change are two most pressing social issu...

The negative impact of the pandemic on mental health

The mental health guide

Mental health and wellbeing guide sent to 1.3 million North East households to h...