Reducing the stigma around mental health
By Dr. Ramesh Kumaran I used to work as a medical doctor and, like many doctors, I suffered from depression and anxiety. I was very compliant with my medications and consultations. But our hospital industry does not recognize the needs of people having mental health issues, even if they are Continue Reading
With Meniere’s disease, the physical symptoms often affect mental health in a vicious circle, with stress also being a trigger for physical responses.
My friend, a New York contemporary writer, protested recently on a march with a banner that read:‘Disability can intersect with every identity. Every. Single. One.’Yes, it can; and does.
By Andrew Woods Two years ago, I volunteered at a conference put on by a national mental health organisation. The speakers at this conference were distinguished, successful and insightful – all the things I was not. They also all had powerful stories. Extra Generous The keynote speaker was a former Continue Reading
By 1in4 Our second Sunday Survey post relates to how comfortable people feel discussing their mental health in the workplace. Mental Health in the Workplace Statistics Depending on the study you view, either 1 in 5 or 1 in 6 employees will suffer from a mental health condition at some Continue Reading
By Tom Wavre I work for a large global organisation who are good at many things but do not have any policies around mental health in the workplace. I’d like to share with you a presentation that you are free to use yourself. This presentation has helped to reshape the Continue Reading