In August 2016, Heathrow announced plans to help it become the world’s first dementia-friendly airport. Similar efforts have been launched for car parks and pharmacies around the world, but how exactly are these places making life easier for people who suffer from mental health conditions?

As the number of older people increases in Japan, dementia is becoming a more prominent societal issue. In order to help them maintain their independence, a new tagging system that uses QR codes is helping set people's minds at ease by storing their older relatives' personal information.

The global cost of mental healthcare is set to exceed $6 trillion by 2030, and as dementia, depression and anxiety afflict a greater number of people, it’s unlikely that existing treatment options will be able to meet demand. Can tech, drugs or video games provide a viable alternative?

While virtual reality remains best known for its applications within entertainment, it’s now found a use in healthcare too. At the Zhejiang Provincial Rehabilitation Management Bureau, it’s being used to assist former drug users with their rehabilitation programmes.