Police are ‘in absolute shock’ after finding 25 adults and children at house party despite lockdown

Police are ‘in absolute shock’ after finding 25 adults and children at house party despite virus lockdown rules as Twitter users are more baffled by the 1970s-style buffet they were enjoying Derbyshire Police shut down ‘massive party’ of 25 at an unknown location Officers published images of enormous 1970s-style buffet and karaoke system Twitter users … Read more

Children who grow up with pets are less likely to have social problems as adults

Pawsitive influence: Children who grow up with dogs and cats in the house are 20 per cent less likely to have social and emotional problems as adults, study claims Researchers found that owning pets was particularly beneficial to only children  They looked at the behaviour and social ability of children aged 5 and again at … Read more

Coronavirus crisis could cause a loneliness epidemic in older adults

Coronavirus crisis could cause a loneliness epidemic in older adults: Study shows cutting off over-50s from transport, retail and leisure facilities increases feelings of isolation and depression Researchers surveyed 5,912 people aged 50+ from Finland, Poland and Spain They assessed their levels of loneliness and whether they had major depression People were asked about amenities and how walkable their neighbourhood … Read more

Is breast milk the next superfood? Companies are racing to produce formula for ADULTS

Is breast milk the next superfood? Companies are racing to produce formula for ADULTS that could earn them billions as studies show it boosts gut health A new report says companies are betting big on breast milk supplements for adults A growing swell of studies show breast milk could boost gut health in everyone, not … Read more

NHS test used by GPs to detect adults with autism is UNRELIABLE, academics warn 

An autism test used by GPs to flag adults with the condition in adults is ‘unreliable’, academics have said. The Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ10) screens adults who are suspected of having the condition but do not have learning disabilities. They are asked 10 questions including ‘do you notice small sounds others don’t?’ and ‘do you find … Read more