Mental Health

Spot the signs, and address gambling addiction before it gets out of hand The gambling industry in the UK is colossal, with The Gambling Commission’s most recent published statistics showing that gambling companies had a total gross yield of £5.9 billion between April and September 2020. The feeling of winning is pleasurable and addictive, something

They’ve been making our lives easier all year, and now is our opportunity to give back to those in the service industry It’s the season of giving, and also a time to reflect on the things that we are most grateful for. Throughout the year, there are people who make our everyday lives run a

From a fit, healthy, and confident husband and dad to being unable to walk or function, chronic pain and mental ill-health very nearly overwhelmed Ian. But, thanks to the incredible support of his family and a reignited passion for cooking, he’s found the recipe for resilience I had never heard of fibromyalgia, nor thought that

Why do some women feel guilty for pursuing their careers after having kids? We spoke with Transformative Coach Ali Scott to find out more We’re all different: as individuals, and as parents. Making the decision to return to work after having a baby is tough. For some, there’s no choice at all: financial commitments, family

From desktop breathing exercises to specialist equipment, should our employers be doing more to encourage self-care in the workplace? Self-care can sometimes make the difference between a good or bad mental health day, supporting our resiliency levels and offering us a welcome break from the stress of our daily lives. For a lot of people,

Unleash the magic inside you, and realise your own creative abilities Do you consider yourself to be a creative person? Or are you someone who says things like: “I’ve no imagination,” “I’m tone deaf,” or “I can’t draw to save my life”? Often these labels we give ourselves stem from limiting beliefs, which we formed

Give the gift of calm and serenity this year, with our picks of the best products to aid relaxation It’s been a long, hard year and many of us have had our stress levels tested in 2021. To top it all off, we all know how busy the festive season can be. This year, give

What does work-life balance really look like in the 21st century? Work-life balance’, it’s a phrase we’re confronted with constantly when talking about wellbeing, but often it can feel beyond reach. Many of us know that mastering this juggling act will, supposedly, boost our wellbeing and unlock a new level of freedom, happiness, and resilience.

NICE has created the first guideline for 12 years to identify, treat and manage depression in adults Developed by an independent NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guideline committee, the new draft guidance for adults with depression focuses heavily on patient choice and a collaborative approach with healthcare practitioners. Looking at existing evidence

Set kids up for life, with these tips for building gentle resilience They may not pay bills, have full-time jobs, or deal with the pressures of adulthood, but children’s lives can still be extremely stressful as they’re constantly navigating multiple stages of emotional and physical development. Additionally, children experience daily stressors such as conflicts with

Natalie Lee, AKA @stylemesunday, joins Happiful’s podcast and shares her reaction to her recent ADHD diagnosis and working on herself Natalie Lee began her Style Me Sunday blog and website back in 2012 and ever since, she’s been creating, podcasting and running events and courses to help people discover more about themselves, including her upcoming

The phrase has been with us for years, and was recently added to the Oxford English Dictionary, but the debate around the subject is only just getting started You’ve probably encountered the term ‘body positivity’ over the past few years. It’s a phrase that has been propelled to the forefront of cultural conversations, sparking critical

We all experience jealousy from time to time. But what if it starts to hurt our friendships? Envy. It’s something we all experience. Four in five of us (79.4%) have felt it in the last year, while those of us aged 30 and younger are the most likely to experience it. Whether we feel a

Syrian filmmaker and activist Hassan Akkad has documented his life story to date in his book Hope Not Fear: Finding my way from Refugee to Filmmaker to NHS Hospital Cleaner. Now he’s sharing the stories of others, so they can receive help and support, too Filmmaker, author, and activist Hassan Akkad is a natural storyteller.

An extreme sensitivity to the cold, and sometimes triggered by stress, this phenomenon is believed to affect 10 million people in the UK No doubt we’ve all felt the familiar sting of the cold as winter draws in, the icy air prompting us to huddle up, rubbing our hands together to generate a little extra

As suicide rates in menopausal women rise by 6%, what makes this group vulnerable, and what can be done to better support them? Content warning: this article explores topics surrounding suicide and suicidal ideation When Julie (not her real name) was 53 years old, she became seriously ill with depression, and attempted suicide. Looking back,

Be prepared to set your boundaries when it comes to talking about dieting It might happen on lunch breaks in the staff room, while eating out with friends, or seemingly out of nowhere from, sometimes, well-meaning relatives – and over time, diet talk can really grind us down. Eating a varied and nutritious diet is

New figures reported by Independent Age show older people are half as likely as younger generations to seek support following the loss of a loved one Nearly four in five older people have not been made aware of the emotional support available to them after experiencing bereavement, new research from national charity Independent Age has

How can we tell when it’s time to let go of what’s holding us back, and take a step in a new direction? When we were young, and were asked to imagine where our lives would go, it’s likely that a lot of us had a similar plan plotted out: a classic tick-box route, one

With a humble teabag promising everything from a good night’s sleep to protection against colds, Jenna Farmer delves into the science behind the power of herbs, and the benefits that switching to herbal tea may bring From ginger to peppermint, turmeric and chai, herbal tea has had a steep rise in popularity. With many being

Alcohol-free brand Lucky Saint and Mental Health First Aid England embark on a mission to champion better mental health in the food and drink industry Mental health affects us all, however, the pandemic has no doubt hit certain industries harder than others. The hospitality and retail industry has had a tough time, negotiating various lockdowns

Jules Von Hep joins Happiful’s podcast to talk about letting go of your inner critic and the brilliant things that happen when you do… Jules Von Hep has a lot going on as 2021 draws to a close. He’s recently launched the fantastic sustainable knitwear company Yan Tan, is gearing up to celebrate the fourth

From connecting with those we care about to learning to love the planet around us, we share 10 things to do this December Page-turners Get Untamed by Glennon Doyle Observing others and following in their footsteps can seem like a logical way to make decisions. But learning to become your own pioneer can also be

Taking that first step towards working with a therapist can feel like both a huge hurdle and an achievement worth celebrating. But how much do we really know about our therapists, and what we should be looking for when seeking help? Conversations around mental health have become much more commonplace. Whether it’s in the workplace,

Can comic book characters help us conquer our fears and discover the hero within? When the first lockdown was announced in 2020, I made a decision: to watch all the Marvel films, in chronological order, from Captain America to Endgame. Once I got through them, I moved on to the Lord of the Rings trilogy,

Tap into the power of nature, all year round Nature is a balm to both the mind and body – reducing blood pressure, and alleviating anxiety and stress. It was even the theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week because of its “unique ability to not only bring consolation in times of stress, but

Creative expression became a healthy outlet for Danny to channel his Tourette’s syndrome, and through his experience he’s recognised that mental health can hold a mirror up to show our true selves, as well as the world around us I am a singer songwriter with Tourette’s syndrome. My mother is a healer, my father an

Why do so many people regularly wake up at obscure times of the morning? This study might have the answer It’s a scenario many of us will be familiar with. You roll over, suddenly wide awake, check the time, and it’s 4.44 AM – or thereabouts. So what’s the deal with waking up at that