Mental health
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Marathon task running in aid of mental health
A man is climbing a mountain, doing a triathlon and competing in 10 more events to raise money for a mental health charity.
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Two new mental health hospitals planned
Merseyside could be getting two new mental health hospitals to follow on from the Clock View facility.
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Liam honoured by walk in his memory
A march in memory of LJMU student Liam Fletcher was held to highlight the dangers of depression.
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Student death prompts depression campaign
A campaign to fight depression and mental health issues has been launched by friends of LJMU student, Liam Fletcher.
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New facilities for mental health patients
A new £25 million mental health hospital has opened on the outskirts of Liverpool city centre.
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New body to tackle mental health issues
As many as one-in-three people experience mental health illness in Liverpool, with UK health costs rising.
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Time to talk over mental health issues
Mental health campaigners encourage those who are suffering to discuss their issues.
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Cricket campaign on mental health issues
A campaign to encourage men to talk about mental health issues has been launched across cricket clubs.
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Schizophrenia ‘can be treated like anxiety’
Five professors from the University of Liverpool have contributed to a major new report on schizophrenia.
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Farmaggedon in mental health criticism
Fear attraction Farmaggedon is facing criticism over claims it is using mental illness for entertainment purposes.
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Charity aids House of Lords report
The House of Lords has published a report on the failings of The Mental Capacity Act after evidence by a Liverpool charity.
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More seeking help with anxiety issues
Figures show a 40% increase in 16 to 25-year-olds visiting the health charity Anxiety UK looking for help this year.
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City joins mental health campaign
Liverpool-based organisations have taken part in the national ‘Time to Talk’ day about mental illness.
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Day promotes mental health issues
Mental Health Awareness Day aims to fight the stigma sufferers face and Liverpool will have events taking place all over the city.
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Mental health awareness raised
Mental Health Week aims to raise awareness about the issues in a series of events across the city.
