Tag: mental health
How I learned to love long-distance walks
The town was just opening up for the day as I arrived by train on a lovely summer morning....
Let’s talk men’s health
Men’s Health Week runs from 10 to 16 June. The week aims to enhance awareness of the information,...
Exam stress: how to ease the pressure
Its normal to feel worried and stressed about exams. Knowing how
Walk your way to happiness: the mood boosting benefits of being active
Being more active by running, walking, and playing sports can be great fun. They are also a great...
Celebrating the health and wellbeing benefits of pets
Today more than half of UK households own a pet. From dogs and cats to tropical fish and snakes, the UK’s fascination with pets has grown over the past four years. For some people it’s about companionship, for others pet ownership helps to regulate their health and wellbeing. On 11 April each year the UK honours the bond between animal and owner with National Pet Day.
How I learned to make friends as an adult
After a sudden break-up, I suddenly found myself alone. I called my friends. Where the hell were they? I remembered parties I’d failed to attend and invites I had ignored. I had been complacent. Many relationships had melted away. It was embarrassing to admit, I was lonely.
Talking to your child about mental health
If you’re concerned that your child seems unhappy, or their behaviour is worrying, you’re not...
Over to you, parents
The theme of this year’s Parent Mental Health Day (27 January) is ‘creating positive...
Embracing Dry Jan
Dry January gets a mixed response. Some see it as a personal challenge like going vegan for...
Three staff members share their experience of ADHD
Over the years, the narrative around ADHD ( attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder) has...
