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WEBAn estimated 1 in 5 of us are neurodiverse – an umbrella term for conditions that, although are much better understood today, have a long history of stigma and being …

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A brief history of our understanding of mental health

WEBThroughout history, 3 general theories have been used to explain the causes of mental illness: the supernatural, somatogenic, and psychogenic. Examination of …

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How technology can affect children’s mental health, and how to …

WEBAdditionally, children who use technology to keep up with their peers may feel pressure always to be online and connected, which can be stressful and impact their …

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Psychedelic treatments for mental health – is US approval in sight

WEBNews analysis by Susannah Hollywood The movement behind psychedelics as a mental health treatment continues to gather momentum – and new evidence in the …

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ADHD in women: The life-changing impact of diagnoses

WEBFor Rhian, clutter, poor time management, unfinished tasks and regularly misplacing things were all constants in her life. She describes how, rather than feeling …

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The mental health benefits of learning a language

WEBThe endorphin rush: language learning helps fight depression and anxiety symptoms. Limited research on the connection between learning a new language and …

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Overcoming loneliness: How to build connections and improve …

WEBPractise mindfulness – mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment, without judgement, and can help you become more aware of your …

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The ultimate guide to ghosting: Understanding what it is, the …

WEBBeing ghosted can cause serious emotional injury and long-term mental health implications, including: Low self-esteem: Being ghosted can lead to feelings of …

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How the cost of living can impact mental health, and ways to limit …

WEBAlternatively, dramatic changes to diet can affect a person’s health. According to Citizens Advice, food banks have seen a 54.5% increase in demand.When …

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Mental Health Awareness Week: 10 top stats and facts for 2023

WEBThis compares with around 1.4 million in 2016/7 – a 49% increase in 10 years – 2018 Age UK. An average of 7.08% of people reported feeling lonely …

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How poetry and spoken word taught me to talk about my mental …

WEBIn my first year, I felt too scared to try anything new, and I was still worried about this feeling in my second year. Something I had wanted to do in my first year was …

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Most cases of work absence are now due to mental health issues

WEBBy Miles Aiken Updated research from the UK Health and Safety Executive estimates that 17 million working days were lost to depression, anxiety or work-related …

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Tackling Wales' growing therapy waiting list: Is telehealth the …

WEBThis is particularly the case in Wales where new data show that the proportion of people waiting over 4 weeks for a first appointment with Special Child and …

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Body image campaign aims to spark conversation among men

WEBThe campaign aims to make the topic of body image issues more approachable for men as recent survey results from CALM suggest that many men may …

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Our mission Talking Mental Health

WEBFor far too long, mental health has been a topic that many of us find difficult to talk about – but not through any fault of our own. Mental health and psychiatric 'disorders' have been …

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How do we solve a problem like catcalling

WEBIn the first of 3 articles on the issue, Conor D'Andrade examines the impact of street harassment and investigates its underlying intentions. Catcalling is a form of …

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Campaigners urge Government to include Mental Health Bill in …

WEBContact your MP and the Prime Minister: Let them know that you support the bill and urge them to include it in the King's Speech. Spread the word: Talk to your …

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In brief: Call for evidence now open for new 'Major Conditions …

WEBA round-up of the week's top mental health headlines.

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PHE campaign launches as 8 in 10 look to improve physical and …

WEBA new Public Health England campaign has been launched to help people across the country make better health and lifestyle choices.

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