Why do we still have a problem with HIV stigma, shame, and blame? Despite breakthroughs

HIV is still a heavily stigmatised health condition, this is despite a series of leaps made in available treatment. Mental Health Today spoke with the Terrance Higgins Trust about the realities…

Ed Brown

Is Love Island handling traumatic incidents with the care necessary to prevent further harm?

Love Island has once again sparked debate around mental health. Have showrunners gone too far in creating damaging scenarios for both viewers and contestants?

Bryony Porteous-Sebouhian

Does the government’s Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy do enough?

The government released their Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy on the 26th of July, this follows the Rape Review. Since, VAWG organisations have responded. 

Bryony Porteous-Sebouhian

Mental health takes the spotlight in the Olympics, sports and athletics world

The topic of mental health is garnering a lot of attention in the sports world currently. With so many big names coming forward and prioritising their mental health, what needs…

Bryony Porteous-Sebouhian

Basingstoke mental health arts festival returns in September

All In The Mind Festival is returning this year on the 11th of September, with a great opportunity for attendees to explore how the arts can contribute to mental health…

LeeMC2022

The ins and outs of anorexia recovery

Recovery from anorexia is complicated, not only does it involve returning to a healthy diet it also involves breaking unhealthy habits and promoting a positive frame of mind. In this…

Katy Moyes

Drug-related deaths in England continue to rise to new heights, finds the ONS

The Office of National Statistics (ONS) has released the yearly figures for drug-related deaths in England and Wales. The numbers reveal a shocking upward trend of deaths related to substance…

Ed Brown

The sadness paradox: how sad music can relieve a depressed mind

Some people are more drawn to 'sad' music than others. For many it feels soothing, for others it's a safe way to feel strong emotions - but does our preference…

Bryony Porteous-Sebouhian

Universal CBT based support is vital to develop resilience in students, finds EIF review

The Early Intervention Foundation (EIF), has found that teachers and schools have a significant role to play in enhancing students’ mental health and wellbeing.

Ed Brown

Winners of the mental health Wellcome Photography Prize 2021 announced

The independent health and science charitable foundation, Wellcome, has announced the winners of their photography competition. The stories told visually talk about coping during the pandemic, and a family blighted…

Ed Brown