In mind: focus on mental health
Series examining mental health issues around the world in the 21st century
‘Doctor Peyo’: the horse comforting cancer patients in Calais – in pictures
Peyo and his owner once competed at dressage events. Now they spend their time doing rounds in a French hospital
An illness in the shadows: life with borderline personality disorder
BPD is one of the mental illnesses we still know least about, but now there is hope of a treatment
Cats, camels and a Jesus lizard: the rise of animal-assisted therapy
Once considered eccentric, using animals in psychotherapy is becoming popular as research reveals benefits
Knocking down barriers through boxing – photo essay
A gym in Bristol has been transformed into a vital mental health service for young people with a combination of boxing with psychological support and personal development
Why casual chats with strangers are the thing many of us miss the most
A brief encounter with a stranger on the bus or at the pub may seem trivial, but in the coronavirus era these ‘weak social ties’ are crucial
How shopping and Sinatra are helping in coronavirus isolation
People from all walks of life are mobilising to support those coping with isolation
'Happiness is contagious too': caring for each other makes us feel better – experts
World Happiness Report names Finland the happiest country and shows us how to move forward after the coronavirus outbreak, say experts
‘Dogs have a magic effect’: how pets can improve our mental health
Canine companions trigger similar neural pathways to the parent-baby bond, and reduce loneliness and depression. Now new pet therapy trials are reporting dramatic effects
'Gayropa': challenges and hopes of Europe's LGBT+ refugees – in pictures
In his photojournalism series Gayropa, Bradley Secker profiles individuals from around the world who have made the difficult decision to migrate to Europe and claim asylum because of their sexuality
Reform urged in Malaysia after disabled man is jailed for attempted suicide
Campaign groups unite in condemnation of ‘grossly inhumane and incompassionate’ verdict
Cast out: the women of Ghana’s ‘witch’ village – in pictures
As women age in rural Ghana, signs of dementia, mental health issues, or even menopausal symptoms, can result in them being declared ‘witches’ and pushed out of their community
Shackling of Ghana's mentally ill – in pictures
Stigma, misinformation and a dearth of psychiatric resources mean many Ghanaian resort to chaining up their loved ones or patients, sometimes for years on end
'All we can offer is the chain': the scandal of Ghana's shackled sick
For the families of Ghanaians with mental health or substance abuse issues, shackling their loved ones can seem the only option, as faith healers compete to fill the mental healthcare void
Lessons in happiness: how a short course can boost your wellbeing
Research shows that a programme by charity Action for Happiness can help participants adopt a more positive outlook
'I still dream of my husband': life with dementia in Japan – photo essay
As stigma around the country’s health crisis starts to fade, some care facilities are at the forefront of devising ways to support a super-ageing society
'Water is my happy place': accessible surf school ignites passion for sport in Bristol
The Wave artificial surfing lagoon is first in UK carefully crafted with people with disabilities in mind
Why are there so few prisoners in the Netherlands?
The Dutch justice system is cutting jail populations by offering specialist rehabilitation to people with mental illnesses
Singing the blues: how music can help ease postnatal depression
Melodies for Mums singing class uses songs specially chosen to improve confidence and bonding
The Copenhagen house that's probably the best children's home in the world
In Denmark, children’s homes are places of stability, comfort and support. Now a British entrepreneur is bringing the model to the UK
Is trauma handed down through generations?
Psychologists increasingly think PTSD can be passed down – what does that mean for regions hit by conflict?
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