Tag Archives: mental-health

The Small Habits That Help Me When Depression Creeps Back

Depression doesn’t usually arrive all at once for me. It tends to creep back in quietly — a little less energy, a bit more withdrawal, a subtle flattening of things that normally feel manageable. Often, by the time I realise what’s happening, I’m already carrying more than I thought. Here are some habits I findContinueContinue reading “The Small Habits That Help Me When Depression Creeps Back”

Life’s Inflection Points

Inflection points are decisive moments that shape our lives, often recognized only in hindsight. They can stem from choice, chance, or circumstance. Effective responses require preparation, situational awareness, calmness, and a workable process. By being prepared and reflective, we can influence our paths positively during these critical changes.

Can you NOT think? It’s important! #depression

In our ever busy world we all can do with finding a moment to pause and be quiet.

This one really is not easy to do. It takes a lot more than merely finding the time to be quiet. Find clarity of mind through not thinking…

Mind and Sport England extend Get Set to Go programme

Mind is delighted to announce that Sport England has awarded us £1.5 million in National Lottery funding to extend the Get Set to Go programme. Up to 2.8m people with mental health problems could potentially benefit from the expansion of a pilot scheme by Mind and Sport England to help more people with mental healthContinueContinue reading “Mind and Sport England extend Get Set to Go programme”

As boys, we are told to be brave’: men on masculinity and mental health #depression #IwishMyFriendsKnew

New analysis found links between so-called masculine traits and depression and substance use. We asked men about gender stereotypes and mental health Efforts have been made to challenge traditional stereotypes, but there is still pressure on men to be strong, independent, stoical, competitive and tough. According to research published by the American Psychological Association, theseContinueContinue reading “As boys, we are told to be brave’: men on masculinity and mental health #depression #IwishMyFriendsKnew”

Poll finds that renters are more at risk of mental health problems #depression

Instability and the threat of sudden price hikes mean renters are more likely to experience serious anxiety or depression than home owners A new survey commissioned by Generation Rent finds that someone’s housing tenure can have a significant impact on their mental wellbeing. The research published today suggests that tenure can affect mental health evenContinueContinue reading “Poll finds that renters are more at risk of mental health problems #depression”

Men are scared to admit they are depressed, UAE mental health experts say #depression #IWishMyFriendsKnew

DUBAI // Most cases of male depression are not reported because men are afraid to admit something is wrong, mental health experts say. Globally, about 5 to 10 per cent of men are depressed but not many in the UAE seek help, and those who do wait a long time first. “There is a lotContinueContinue reading “Men are scared to admit they are depressed, UAE mental health experts say #depression #IWishMyFriendsKnew”

Back into the chemical abys #depression

This is a personal note from me to… well whoever is out there… Winter is coming Knowing that autumn and winter were coming I made my preparations early. Having finished with the antidepressants back in spring the summer had come as a boon. Things looked to be going well. A new relationship bloomed unexpectadly, myContinueContinue reading “Back into the chemical abys #depression”

Child mental health money not making frontline – report #mentalhealth #health

Money earmarked to boost mental health provision for children in England is failing to make it to front-line services, a new report suggests. The government last year pledged £1.4bn for child mental health by 2020, but a report says millions of pounds is being used to offset NHS cuts elsewhere. Specialist teams are also turningContinueContinue reading “Child mental health money not making frontline – report #mentalhealth #health”