Mental health conditions are the most common diagnosis on GP fit notes, according to a new study. Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2017
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
Is anxiety on the rise across the UK?
A new study appears to suggest that anxiety is becoming more and more common across the UK, after finding that 32 per cent of Britons aged 18 to 30 feel more anxious now than they did this time last year – and that many are worried about their mental health. Continue reading
Study reveals lack of understanding of mental illnesses
A startling new survey has revealed a significant lack of awareness of mental illnesses, and the level of care needed for those living with them in the UK. Continue reading
Government launch mental health pilot scheme to help support children in school
Pupils who suffer from poor mental health will be offered specialist help at school, following news that as many as one in four girls have symptoms of depression by the time they hit 14. Continue reading
NHS mental health workers on long-term sick leave up 22 per cent
The number of NHS mental health workers who have taken sick leave in the past five years has grown 22 per cent, new figures show. Continue reading
Kate Middleton appears in short film hoping to raise awareness of mental health
The Duchess of Cambridge has featured in a short animated film about mental health, urging Britons to pay attention to both “small feelings” and “big feelings.” Continue reading