International Men’s Day: Celebrating men and boys
Every year on November 19th, International Men’s Day is celebrated in the UK. This day aims to raise awareness about health issues, challenge stereotypes, promote gender equality and celebrate …
Mental health
Cognitive behavioural therapy: How CBT can help you
Have you ever been caught in a torrent of negative thoughts? Or felt trapped by patterns of thinking that only pull you down?
Imagine if you could not just navigate but redesign these mental mazes. …
Breaking the stigma of mental health
Imagine a world where the heaviest chains we carry are invisible; welcome to the stark reality of mental illness. A pervasive issue that affects millions yet remains shrouded in misconceptions and …
Tips to boost your self-esteem
Low self-esteem can have a negative impact on our mental health and overall quality of life. Recognising the signs of low self-esteem and taking steps to improve it is essential. In this comprehensive …
The normalisation of marijuana use and its impact on mental health
Over the last decade, marijuana use has become increasingly normalised. With this cultural shift, more and more people have been introduced to marijuana for various reasons. While it can have …
Make Space for Girls charity using the law to make parks more inclusive
Campaigning charity Make Space for Girls says parks and public spaces don’t work for teenage girls. Most outdoor facilities in the country are primarily used by boys, leaving girls without …
Recognising and supporting work-related stress
The possibility of work-related stress exists at all levels of an organisation’s hierarchy, occupations, and sectors. Even though stress can be beneficial to productivity and creativity, there …
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated the introduction of extreme measures that have served as attempts to restrict the spread of SARS-CoV-2 across the globe. These measures, such as national …
The connection between loneliness and mental health: What to do when you feel alone
Even if you enjoy your own company and like living along, we’ve all been there: that desperate, all-consuming feeling of loneliness that comes out of nowhere and feels impossible to shake. For …
Fitness influencers and body image: How they impact our perception
The fitness industry is a booming $160 billion market. With this much money at stake, it’s no surprise that social media platforms are saturated with fitness celebrities and …
How walking in nature can help ease depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems. It can lead to a wide range of emotional and physical problems. Fortunately, there are many ways to treat depression. Some people may need …
Everything you need to know about chronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also called Myalgic encephalomyelitis, is a debilitating disorder characterised by long-term fatigue and other symptoms that can make it hard to do everyday …