Extra funding for mental health services is expected as part of the annual budget, which will be announced today…
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Bonnie Evie Gifford
Bonnie Evie Gifford is a contributing writer at happiful magazine.
Happiful Reads: The Trans Teen Survival Guide
Trans rights campaigners Fox Fisher and Owl use their shared experiences to create a simple, must-have guide for transgender teens…
10 Ways to Overcome Burnout
Worried you may be experiencing burnout? We share 10 simple ways you can start putting your wellbeing first and rediscover your passion…
NSPCC Relaunch Let’s Talk PANTS Campaign as Sex Crimes Against Young Children Rise 13%
The NSPCC relaunches its Let’s Talk PANTS campaign, which aims to help parents start vital conversations about staying safe from sexual abuse with children aged eight and under. This comes as new figures show at 13% increase in sex offences against four to eight-year-olds.…
How to Talk to Kids About Mental Health
We wouldn’t hesitate to talk to our kids about their physical health; it’s time to make sure we feel just as comfortable talking to them about mental health…
Reading Well for Better Mental Health: 13 Mood-Boosting Books, As Chosen By Professionals
The highly endorsed Reading Well scheme have announced a new Mood-Boosting Books list. We share 13 of this year's top mood-boosting book picks.…
Almost 1 in 4 Children Rejected for Mental Health Referrals as Demand Increases Over 25%
A new report from the Education Policy Institute has revealed over 55,800 children have not been accepted into specialist mental health treatment between 2017/18, with almost one in four children rejected for specialist mental health referrals.…
Autism Hour to Take Place in an Estimated 11,000 Stores This Week
Launching in 2017 with over 5,000 participating businesses and stores, The National Autistic Society’s Autism Hour has seen over 11,000 stores pledge to host an autistic friendly hour this week…
New Collaboration Aims to Support Teens Leaving Care
A new collaboration between the government and children's charity Barnardo's aims to support young people leaving care towards moving into the workforce…