And breathe: the computer games helping kids relax

Emotionally responsive games where the calmest contestant wins are being developed for young people with their mental health

Does taking more selfies make you happier?

Taking photos of one’s self is often thought to be addictive and unhealthy. But a recent report suggests it could actually improve your mood

NHS figures show ‘shocking’ rise in self-harm among young

Upward trend is more pronounced among girls and is evidence of increased social pressures on children, say experts

Is casual sex bad for your wellbeing?

For some, hookups and one-night stands can lead to increased confidence – but, for others, it can damage self-esteem and cause psychological distress

‘Mental health is not only about darkness and depression’

Three in four people experience symptoms of poor mental health. On World Mental Health day, employers say it pays to support staff wellbeing

Struggling to sleep? Five tips for insomniacs

On World Mental Health Day, our panel of experts discuss techniques that can help poor sleepers catch some extra Zzzs and be productive at work

I had heard clean eating made you feel better – but for me it went wrong

My healthy eating plan led to anorexia and depression. Food bloggers should make it clear that everything is OK in moderation

Can apps improve your mental wellbeing?

Reaching for your phone to help with stress and sleep might feel counterintuitive, but there are now hundreds of apps out there to help us find inner peace. With even the NHS on-board, there must something in it

‘It hits you over the head’: can I survive my midlife crisis?

Faced with the challenges of middle age, many people crash and burn. But is there another way?

How can I stop my child developing an eating disorder?

Adolescents are particularly susceptible to worries over weight and diet. Here’s what parents can do to stop these fears becoming serious health issues

Sleep ‘resets’ brain connections crucial for memory and learning, study reveals

Discovery that sleeplessness causes neurons to become ‘muddled’ with electrical activity could help develop new treatments for mental health disorders

Pregnancy and mental health: the hidden pain of giving birth

The range of mental health problems experienced around pregnancy and childbirth is vast and often isn’t spoken about. Here, we share your stories

Depression, violence, anxiety: the problem with the phrase ‘be a man’

Are dangerous ideas about masculinity leading to increased violent crime and suicide? Eva Wiseman talks to the director of a new documentary – and three men discuss their experiences

When I leave someone suicidal I’m scared they won’t be there the next day

From supporting a suicidal young man to being held at knife point by a child, social care professionals recount what keeps them up at night

Help! I’m a postgrad: how to combat the stress of doing a master’s

Deadlines are looming, you’re broke, and student parties are a distant memory. Being a postgrad is tough at times, but you don’t have to suffer in silence