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Mind Cymru has today (Tuesday 22nd September) launched its #StandForMe campaign, which I am not only supporting but am proud to be a part of. Next year sees the election...
Category: Depression
The other side to mental health
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Mental health is a hot topic at the moment with charities campaigning for better mental health support and better services. It’s meaning that people who are living with a mental...
6 ways to support someone with a mental health condition
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Did you know that 1 in 6 people experienced a mental health problem, such as anxiety and depression, in the past week? (Source) And thanks to lockdown, I fear this...
Why there’s no shame in mental health meds
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As someone who has been taking mental health meds for the past 10 years, I’m not ashamed to speak openly about it. And I’m not alone. Mental health advocates across...
There’s no time limit on grief
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Apparently, there’s no time limit on grief. I was told this by my counsellor a few days ago. It was while I was telling her that today would’ve been my...
Dealing with the downers
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It’s going on for 12 weeks in lockdown and dealing with the downers has been the hardest part. It’s been awhile since my depression and low moods have made an...