Mental health still carries a mark of disgrace. You can’t talk about it without some people judging. It’s time to stop judging and start accepting.
Recovery – Leaving the Workplace
I always worked despite my mental health conditions, but a breakdown has resulted in my leaving the workplace. I’m battling guilt and focusing on recovery.
The Danger of the Tidal Wave
Suicide rates have jumped 30% in 2 years in my country. We need a plan that does not put people in the position where they must hide their despair.
The Remarkable Fragility of Life
In life, our only real regrets are about the things that we didn’t do. So be brave and just do it. Embrace life and everything that comes with it.
It’s ok not to be ok
Throughout my high school experience I was bullied emotionally and sometimes physically. I hate that I have these mind problems, but it’s ok not to be ok.
Welcome to the Real World
This is how I feel today. Hold onto your hats! This is true emotion, and I’m not a bit afraid to tell you about it. Yes, I am human and yes, I fail.
How I became 1 in 4
I was working hard, really hard! Working late, thinking about work, dreaming about work, worrying, suddenly it all mattered far too much. I became 1 in 4.
Let’s Talk About University and Student Mental Health
I’m researching student mental health and the role of academics. The sad reality is that student mental health problems are on the rise.
Short Stories about Mental Health
Our latest collection of short stories about mental health. You don’t need to write a long piece to have your voice heard – just send us a few lines.
Opening up the bonnet – A millennial view on life, tragedy and battling mental health
The call my brother and I received completely changed our lives. I remember the words clearly… we were told that that Mum had died.
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviour
Body-Focused Repetitive Behavior causes hair loss, infections, scarring, shame, loneliness and isolation. There’s help out there, don’t let shame deter you.
Marriage – The silent treatment
The look, god, the look. What’s for tea? is all he’ll say. You get marks out of ten, and you’re not even on Masterchef! You’re dying, crying inside…