A new study suggests that hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) are the most effective treatments for long-term stomach pain in children, with hypnotherapy being 68% more successful than doing nothing. The University of Central Lancashire's School of Medicine led by Professor Morris Gordon found moderate certainty in the efficacy of these therapies, which were shown to have a clinically relevant effect size. In contrast, other treatments such as dietary changes and probiotics had very low evidence certainty due to insufficient data. The study highlights the significant burden of stomach pain on children and their families, with one in 20 hospital appointments being for this issue alone.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14616375/best-treatment-tummy-ache.htmlExperts, including consultant psychiatrist Dr Jaleel Mohammed from London, recommend the "grey rock method" to protect one's peace when interacting with narcissists. Narcissists often display signs such as self-importance, envy, and a need for superiority, which can lead to intense arguments that leave individuals confused. They may fantasize about their own brilliance, believe they are special and unique, and demand excessive admiration from others. Dr Mohammed notes that arguing with someone with narcissistic traits can be particularly challenging due to their strong desire to win arguments and carry a sense of victimhood.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14617309/psychologist-grey-rock-technique-narcissists.htmlNew Vista has opened its new Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) in Lexington, Kentucky, offering immediate behavioral health support without appointments. The BHUC serves Fayette County and surrounding areas, providing compassionate care for adults experiencing mental health crises such as addiction, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Dr. David Hudson, New Vista's Chief Medical Officer, says the BHUC strengthens the community's response to mental health crises by providing timely, walk-in access to clinical care. The BHUC follows a simple process of assessment and connection with personalized care plans, staffed by a multidisciplinary team including licensed clinicians and peer support specialists.
https://www.lanereport.com/180661/2025/04/new-vista-opens-behavioral-urgent-care-in-lexington/A nurse at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Massachusetts expressed concerns about a growing trend of medical conditions among staff members, stating that the hospital has found no evidence linking these conditions to the work environment. The nurse, who remains anonymous, fears she may be experiencing symptoms due to stress and is seeking reassurance from hospital administrators.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14618117/nurse-diagnosed-brain-tumor-harvard-newton-wellesley-hospital.htmlHealth Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr has proposed a series of studies to investigate potential toxins contributing to autism, including mold, pesticides, food chemicals, and medicines. He also suggests ultrasound technology as a possible fifth toxin, noting its increased use in the 1970s and 80s coincides with rising autism rates. A recent CDC report found autism cases rose from 1 in 36 in 2020 to 1 in 31 in 2022, with Kennedy attributing only 10-20% of cases to improved screening and awareness.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14619009/RFK-Jr-toxins-causing-autism-epidemic.htmlSenator John Kennedy believes that rising autism diagnoses are not solely due to improved detection methods, and is launching a global research effort involving hundreds of scientists to uncover the true causes behind the increase in autism prevalence. He aims to have answers by September.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/health/hhs-secretary-robert-f-kennedy-jr-to-seek-answers-on-rising-autism-ratesThe "SkinnyTok" trend has raised serious medical concerns among experts, including Dr. Asim Cheema, an internal medicine specialist, who warns of five dangers: misinterpreting hunger as a sign of fat burning, stripping food of its social and pleasurable aspects, suggesting restrictive eating practices like daily fasting or minimal food intake, using excessive fluids to suppress hunger, and framing these behaviors as wellness rather than disordered eating patterns. Health expert Stephen Buchwald notes that this trend promotes shame over support and ignores the complexities of genetics, mental health, and socioeconomic factors. Nutrition expert Maria AbiHanna agrees, stating that crash diets often work against the body, triggering responses that make weight loss harder, not easier, and emphasizes the importance of working with one's biology rather than against it.
https://www.ndtv.com/offbeat/skinnytok-dangerous-tiktok-trend-glorifies-starvation-experts-warn-8177438#pfrom=home-ndtv_offbeatThe COVID-19 pandemic marked a significant shift in the tech industry's focus towards developing AI and mental health apps, with usage increasing by 200% as people turned to technology for support during lockdowns. The pandemic also highlighted weaknesses in healthcare systems, including overburdened staff, slower diagnostics, and delayed responses, underscoring the need for technological advancements in these areas.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/ai-in-healthcare-five-years-after-lockdown-a-different-system-and-a-better-oneThe City of Toronto is housing over 10,000 people in shelters and hotels, with 47% being asylum seekers. A new facility, Carlton House, aims to provide a welcoming space for refugees and asylum seekers to access primary care, social supports, and mental health services. The association plans to partner with other organizations to offer food security, recreational opportunities, and psychiatric care, helping newcomers rebuild their lives and achieve broader goals.
https://thestar.com/news/gta/new-facility-to-house-asylum-seekers-in-toronto-with-mental-health-services-on-site/article_5f604f13-c205-50fe-a54b-09ea3968d4bd.html