Reducing the stigma around mental health
Mental health conditions are on the rise with the World Health Organisation forecasting that by 2020 mental health will be the single biggest health cost. Despite this there is a forecasted cut in spend of £4.5m in 5 English districts alone. Cuts will equate to up to 3.6% of current Continue Reading
In 1997 the world was shocked to hear of the death of Princess Diana. Often referred to as “the peoples princess” she was certainly an iconic woman. Diana left behind two young and adoring sons, Harry (then 12) and William (then 15). Grief is a difficult process for any adult Continue Reading
A recent survey of 2,000 members of NASUWT (National Association of Schoolmaster Union of Women Teachers) found that 98% of teachers have recently come in contact with a student who is suffering from a mental health condition. Whilst the Department of Edu cation is investing an extra £1.4b in a Continue Reading
Amy Bleuel, the inspirational founder of Project Semicolon, passed away recently, aged only 31. Her project inspired many people to talk about their mental illness, and was a source of hope and strength for people suffering from mental ill health, addictions, and self-harm. The semicolon project and its significance As Continue Reading
By Charlotte Edmunds So recently I have documented a lot of my depressive episode and a new diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). As much as it makes sense, I am still unable to identify myself as BPD as I thought I was Bipolar. Whatever the title or reason, depressive Continue Reading
The Prime Minister, Theresa May, has pledged to tackle the ‘hidden injustice’ and stigma surrounding mental health in the UK. During an event at the Charity Commission she gave a promise to transform the attitudes currently held regarding mental health. Much of the initiatives outlined will be aimed at the Continue Reading
By Kirsty Caswell I saw a post today talking about the focus on Carrie Fisher and the other celebrity deaths in 2016 instead of the atrocities in Aleppo and around the world. And I can say that these celebrity deaths HAVE affected me more deeply. Even if you feel that Continue Reading
Since her untimely passing, there have been many pieces written about Carrie Fisher and the influence she had on mental health advocacy. Below are a selection of our favourites: The Mighty – Carrie Fisher, ‘Star Wars’ Actress and Mental Health Advocate, Dies at Age 60 This is My Brave – Continue Reading
Danish research finds that women on combined contraceptive pill are 23% more likely to be prescribed antidepressants Women who take the contraceptive pill are more likely to be treated for depression, according to a large study. Millions of women worldwide use hormonal contraceptives, and there have long been reports that Continue Reading