This year’s World Mental Health Day offered an opportunity to consider some of the key issues facing those with conditions such as depression and anxiety and look at the challenges facing the support system in the UK. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2017
Stranger who helped calm autistic child on packed train hailed a “hero”
A mother has praised the actions of a stranger after he helped calm her autistic son on a train – amid concerns that there is not enough support for autistic people on public transport. Continue reading
Mental health most common reason for missing work, figures show
Mental health conditions are the most common diagnosis on GP fit notes, according to a new study. Continue reading
Former boxing champion fronts new men’s mental health campaign
A former heavyweight boxing champion is fronting a new campaign geared towards raising awareness of mental health and mental illnesses. Continue reading
Man calling for more awareness of autism on public transport
An autistic man who was told he could not board a train is calling for more awareness of the condition on public transport. Continue reading