If there is one topic that more than anything else in recent memory has in equal terms overwhelmed, fascinated and exhausted people living in the UK, it has to be Brexit…
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In order to promote a more sustainable society, we must put mental health on the agenda in society
Changing the Perceptions of Social Care Work
Adult social care budgets have been cut by over £7 billion since 2010. With headlines dominated by negative news surrounding social care work, could changing our perceptions around social care help give a much-needed boost? Support worker Shannon shares her thoughts.…
Unique NHS Mental Health Scheme Helps 1,000 People Back to Work
1,000 people living with mental ill health have received help and support back to employment, as well as generating funds to reinvest back into the NHS…
What is the Spoon Theory?
‘I can’t today. I’m running low on spoons.’ It’s not the typical excuse when a friend cancels your plans last-minute, but it says more than you might realise about how they’re feeling – physically and mentally…
Is a World Free From FGC Possible?
More than 200 million girls and women live with the consequences of female genital cutting (FGC), and a further 3.9 million are at risk of being cut each year. We speak to the charity at the forefront of the movement to end it…
Leaving a Legacy: Time to Change
Fuelled by the people, and working for the people, Time To Change is a social movement with a fierce determination to instigate and inspire a reformed approach to mental health.…
Place2Be: The Children's Mental Health Charity
In a time where more children than ever before are struggling with their mental health, we take a closer look at the charity that’s there for young people, and their adult support systems for their time of need…
Bird Box Criticised For “Negative Depiction of Mental Health”
Bird Box broke the Netflix record for ‘most watched film’ in its first week of release, but some people have criticised the film for its depiction of mental health…
6 Ways to Give Back Over the Holidays (and Beyond)
If you are looking for a way you can make a difference over the holidays and beyond, we’re sharing six ways you can help year-round.…