A-Z of mental health
Information and advice on a huge range of mental health topics
Blogging about mental health issues
Each week we publish blog posts on a whole range of topics, relating in some way to mental health.
We welcome comments and questions on our posts, but have a few ground rules to keep the site welcoming and interesting to every body. The first rule is the most important: be respectful of other commenters and bloggers.
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MarGetting mental health support at work made all the difference to me
When David became ill with depression and anxiety, it was the support from his boss at a large City law firm that had the biggest impact.
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SepBuilding a business and managing mental health
Having battled depression and struggled with mental health at work, Paul started his own business. Today he shares his experiences of managing depression and building his own company.
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AugThe WCA - working hard for reform
Tom from our policy and campaigns team blogs on the need for reform of the Work Capability Assessment (WCA)
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JulUncomfortable truths
Our CEO, Paul Farmer, blogs today about the urgent changes which need to take place in the welfare system, following last night's welfare double bill by Dispatches and Panorama.
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NovExperience into practice: working in mental health
Ally, who has personal experience of mental health problems, is training to be a clinical psychologist: "I see my experiences as giving me a unique perspective that helps me to generate ideas about how I can better meet individuals' needs."
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MaySmall businesses valuing good mental health at work
Mind recently teamed up with the Federation of Small Businesses to publish a guide to mental health at work for small firms. Mary from the FSB blogs about why good mental health is vital in her workplace.
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MarSpeaking out against workplace discrimination
Could you speak to the media about your experience of mental health issues at work? Mind's Media Officer explains what's involved.
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NovReview day for the Work Capability Assessment
Critical recommendations for reforming the Work Capability Assessment were made today. Read on to find out more, and learn how you can get involved in the campaign.
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NovPutting on a brave face
On National Stress Awareness Day, a look at the impact workplace stress can have on our mental health.
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OctMore evidence for the review of Work Capability Assessment
Mind accompanied two supporters to speak with Professor Harrington about the Independent Review of the Work Capability Assessment. Read what they had to say about their conversation.
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MayWelfare system under fire
As the coalition Government begins to lay out its plans to overhaul welfare, the part of the system that really needs to change is the subject of ever-growing criticism.
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MayTaking control of stress in the workplace
Mind week continues on the blog, looking at the benefits one workplace saw when they started managing stress.
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MayWhy do wellbeing?
A better question: why are you not doing wellbeing?
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MayThe benefits of supporting staff
Our guest blogger from the Citizens Advice Bureau shares his perspective on supporting staff at work.
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May"I shouldn't complain...at least I have a job"
Guest blogger Andrea wonders if employers have a greater responsibility for their employees' wellbeing during periods of recession.
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