GPs: Mental health problems are being over diagnosed
A BBC investigation reveals hundreds of family doctors believe normal life stresses are being over-medicalised, diverting resources from severe cases. Read the full report.
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Teens React to Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
Whitty's winter warning on infections in older people
England's chief medical officer warns infections in older adults are a major cause of strokes and heart attacks. He urges better protection and a lower antibiotic threshold.
Whitty: Infections in elderly must be taken more seriously
England's chief medical officer warns infections in older adults are under-treated and under-researched, raising risks of stroke and heart attack. He urges better care and personal protection.
800,000 UK nursery children on social media
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
New Study Debunks Social Media Addiction Myth
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
Study: Instagram use is habit, not addiction
New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.
UK Prescription Crisis: 7 Risky Medications
Leading pharmacist warns millions face medication dependency. Discover the 7 common prescription drugs with devastating side effects and safer alternatives you must discuss with your GP.
Brexit Culture Wars Failed to Divide Britain, Survey Reveals
Groundbreaking research from the National Centre for Social Research shows Britain remains united on core values despite political turmoil, with surprising consensus emerging across traditional divides.
Modern Friendship: Why Less Contact Creates Stronger Bonds
Discover the counterintuitive approach to forming meaningful friendships in today's fast-paced world. Learn why putting out strong vibes then stepping back might be the key to lasting connections.
Influencers flee to UK over Australia social media ban
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
NHS Prescribes Art & Culture as Medical Treatment
Groundbreaking NHS initiatives are prescribing museum visits, gallery tours and cultural activities as legitimate medical treatments, with remarkable results for both physical and mental health conditions.
Australia considers social media ban for under-16s
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
Australia's stunning new social housing revealed
Exclusive look at Australia's revolutionary housing commission homes that are transforming social housing with luxury features and modern designs that rival private developments.
Instagram experiences global outage, users unable to access feeds
Millions of Instagram users worldwide experienced service disruption as the platform suffered a major outage, leaving users unable to refresh feeds or post content.
Instagram's secret censorship system for 'undesirable' content
Exclusive investigation reveals Instagram's covert system for limiting content visibility without notifications, raising serious questions about digital transparency and user rights.
Trump's Truth Social accused of running fake polling ads
Former President Donald Trump's social media platform Truth Social faces scrutiny after running deceptive polling advertisements that critics call misleading propaganda ahead of the 2024 election.
Study reveals Britain's most inappropriate social behaviours
Groundbreaking research reveals the most inappropriate social behaviours that leave Britons feeling awkward and uncomfortable in everyday situations.
The 150 Friend Limit: Science Explains Why
Groundbreaking research uncovers why humans struggle to maintain more than 150 meaningful friendships, exploring the evolutionary psychology behind our social limitations.
Instagram suffers major global outage affecting millions
Instagram users worldwide experienced widespread disruption as the social media platform suffered a major outage, leaving millions unable to access their feeds, stories, and direct messages.
Businessman's 'No Face, No Case' Defence Goes Viral
A British entrepreneur's controversial social media strategy of concealing his identity during court proceedings sparks legal debate and online frenzy. Discover how his 'no face, no case' approach challenges modern justice systems.
Why Friends Leave You Out & How to Cope
Discover the psychological reasons behind friendship exclusion and practical strategies to rebuild connections when you're feeling sidelined by your social circle.
Boy, 12, brain damaged by TikTok 'blackout challenge'
Shocking incident as schoolboy suffers severe brain damage from trending social media challenge, prompting urgent safety warnings for parents across the UK
Instagram's Global Outage Sparks User Frenzy Worldwide
Millions of Instagram users worldwide were left frustrated as the social media platform experienced a major service disruption, with login failures and feature malfunctions affecting the global community.
Senator questioned by police over social media post
Australian Federal Police questioned Senator Matt Canavan over a controversial tweet about social cohesion data, igniting fierce political debate about freedom of speech and police involvement in political discourse.
Tammy Hembrow's TikTok Award Nomination Stuns Fans
Australian fitness sensation Tammy Hembrow earns unexpected TikTok Award nomination for her viral content, joining elite creators in prestigious social media celebration.
Trump Media Stock Plummets Amid Major Financial Losses
Donald Trump's media venture faces turbulent times as Truth Social battles to gain traction and DJT stock experiences dramatic declines, raising questions about the company's long-term viability.
No Small Talk For 30 Days: Social Experiment Results
Discover how abandoning superficial conversations for one month led to deeper connections, reduced anxiety, and unexpected personal revelations in this compelling social experiment.
NHS prescribes social activities over pills for depression
In a major policy shift, NICE recommends social connection, community groups and hobbies as first-line treatment for depression in adults, challenging medication-heavy approaches.
Trump's Truth Social shares nosedive 70% amid crisis
Donald Trump's social media venture faces catastrophic stock collapse as Truth Social parent company reports staggering $58 million losses, raising serious questions about its financial viability.
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