It is perhaps not surprising that an area of health that has been so systematically stigmatised for so many decades has historically settled for a discriminatory lexicon. Generations of people have grown up in societies that found terms like “psycho”, “schizo”, “loonie” and “crazy” perfectly acceptable.
The Mental Health Foundation is standing alongside Northern Ireland mental health charities and professional bodies to call for immediate Government action.
Mental health problems are very common. In a single week, at least one in six of us has problems with our mental health, according to the government’s major study of adults in England.
Getting the most out of your GP appointment, what might your GP suggest, common concerns about talking to your GP about your mental health, how you can find a GP, and what to do if you’re not happy with the outcome of your appointment.
Pride is both a celebration of what has been achieved and a rally for the fights yet to be won – both at home and abroad. But despite civil rights advances across the world, this Pride month has been one of the most confrontational of the past 20 years, with considerable pushback from those who wish to see our rights curtailed.
The Mental Health Foundation Scotland has welcomed the publication of “A Connected Scotland”, the Scottish Government’s strategy to tackle loneliness and isolation, but has warned that urgent action must be taken to address mental health problems like depression and anxiety in both young people and older adults as a consequence of feeling lonely.
Mark Rowland shares a powerful personal story and explains the importance of thriving with good mental health - our theme for this year's Mental Health Awareness Week.
