I’m researching student mental health and the role of academics. The sad reality is that student mental health problems are on the rise.
Are you afraid to open the mental health can of worms, particularly at work?
Support, compassion and hope are central to recovery, and we can all help with creating a supportive environment and ending workplace stigma.
Mental health awareness is a constant, just like the illness
May is mental health awareness month. I’ve decided to discuss consideration and awareness all year round, not just on the designated awareness month.
Construction Industry – shocking facts you may not know
From April 2015 to April 2016 there were just over 40 workplace accident fatalities. But over 400 deaths by suicide of construction workers.
Talking about mental health – why do we avoid it?
You are deeply ashamed of it, terrified of it happening again. You dare not ask for help. We need care and support at work. We can do it. Here’s how…
Never Judge a Book By Its Cover – Does Appearance Relate to Mental Health?
A doctor once told me ‘It’s a pity you look the way you do.’ Does appearance relate to mental health? No! And nor does success.
Workplace Mental Health and Snow Day Stitching
Employees are human beings, not robots. Even if we don’t suffer from a mental health illness, our well-being can be affected by life events.
When Mental Health Affects Your Job
The Monday morning blues are perfectly normal, but when you are in poor mental health, the morning before work can bring on a whole new array of obstacles.
We need your help to improve the lives of those struggling with their mental health
Welcome to our 1000th article!! Complacency can never set in. The journey to improve the lives of those struggling with their mental health is exciting and challenging, come help us.
Being Dismissed Due to Ill-Health
I was officially dismissed due to ill-health, but the universe in its infinite wisdom filled the void. I’m a work in progress, and I’m working on it!
Know Thy Limits – Stress in the Workplace
We can’t evade stress in our careers or our lives. Life is stressful. We have our health and costs to manage, bills to pay, people we love to care for.
Broken Heart or Broken Brain?
Anxiety can cause the same symptoms as a heart attack or angina. I had to see the doctor – was it a case of broken heart or broken brain?