‘Fundraising ball could help save a life’ claims charity leader
A grand fundraising ball thrown by a leading Cumbrian homebuilder could potentially prevent somebody from taking their own life. Chris Green, the lead facilitator at the Carlisle branch of male suicide prevention charity #ANDYSMANCLUB, claimed that the awareness of male mental health issues raised by Genesis Homes may save at least one life. The Penrith-based homebuilder selected #ANDYSMANCLUB as its chosen charity of the year and has held various fundraising events throughout 2024,...
Read MoreLife-changing value of counselling for mothers – reveals new report
1 in 5 new and expectant mothers experience depression 1 in 3 mothers supported by MumsAid counselling recover from depression 76% experience significant improvement in their depression £10,000 annual economic value on average per mother supported A new report from Pro Bono Economics (PBE), Pregnant then blue? The value of MumsAid counselling for new and expectant mothers, highlights that one in three mothers recover from depression through counselling, equating to an estimated £10,000 in...
Read MoreNew research to better understand the biological factors of suicidal behaviour
Researchers at the University of Glasgow are embarking on two new PhD projects to better understand the impact that biological factors may have on suicidal behaviour. The Canmore Trust, a suicide prevention charity, is providing £150,000 for two PhD studentship positions within the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences to help undertake this work, which will begin in 2025. Suicidal behaviour (including ideation, attempts and death) results from a complex, multifaceted interaction...
Read More3.2 million UK adults living in low wellbeing – new report
3.2 million UK adults living in low wellbeing – new report £54 billion benefit if number of people under the ‘wellbeing poverty line’ is halved 1 million GP appointments and 100k hospital admissions saved if loneliness is addressed. Pro Bono Economics (PBE) has today released its first Low Wellbeing in the UK report, providing a stark insight into the state of wellbeing, its drivers and economic impact. Despite being one of the wealthiest countries globally, the UK is grappling with rising...
Read MoreThinking of becoming a minimalist? Why less really is more.
Throughout history, people have been prone to hoarding valuable items – especially during periods of economic or political uncertainty. One of the most high-profile examples of this came during the Great Depression in America when lots of people chose to hoard gold as a means of safeguarding their finances. While on a far smaller scale, the psychology of wanting to stockpile items or goods as a way to ease anxiety can be applied to our everyday lives; most recently we saw people rush to...
Read MoreAutism Plus is now Mind Matters official Charity Partner!
Growing up in Thorne, South Yorkshire, I was familiar with a grand building called Thorne House, set in beautiful woodland where delicate bluebells grow. One of my favourite memories from childhood is walking with my mum past Thorne House and kicking the Autumn leaves. Autumn leaves always take me back to this memory. Today, Thorne House is owned by Autism Plus, a charity for whom I am a proud volunteer Trustee, a role I sought after my own Autism diagnosis at age 45 in 2021. The charity...
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