Running voted most beneficial exercise to manage mental health, as 80% of those who struggle say exercise helps manage issues
Ahead of World Mental Health Day 2025 (10th October), new research by natural active foot care specialist, The Feets, reveals that more than 80% of people who experience mental health challenges find physical exercise to be an effective way of managing their symptoms – with running being voted the most effective activity of all. The survey of the UK public*, commissioned by The Feets, found that over half of us (54%) have experienced mental health challenges such as stress, depression, and anxiety at some point in our lives. For those...
read moreBaton of Hope – Lasting HOPE brought to North Lincolnshire
Today, the Baton of Hope arrived in North Lincolnshire—and it left a profound mark. I had the honour of carrying it as a Baton-bearer, and I did so for three deeply personal reasons. 🔹 First, to raise awareness of the devastatingly high rates of suicide within the Autistic community. Research shows that 66% of Autistic people have considered suicide, and we are disproportionately represented across the entire suicide continuum—from ideation and attempts to lives tragically lost. 🔹 Second, I carried the baton as an Autistic person who has...
read moreWORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY: The Importance of Family, Friends & Hope for those Experiencing Suicidal Thoughts
A new YouGov survey commissioned by suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) has highlighted the reasons people experiencing suicidal thoughts made the decision to stay in one of the first studies into survival of its kind2. The research coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day, as the charity is working to raise awareness of the importance of stories of hope and survival in suicide prevention. Of the people surveyed, over 30% had previously experienced suicidal thoughts3. For them, “family and loved ones” were...
read moreThrive Neurodiversity in the Workplace Training
Thrive offers a robust and thoughtful approach to supporting neurodiversity in the workplace, aiming to shift the narrative from mere awareness to genuine inclusion and empowerment. What Thrive Provides Thrive’s Neurodiversity In The Workplace training is designed to help organisations: Understand neurodiversity: It challenges the outdated notion of a “normal” brain and embraces the full spectrum of cognitive differences—including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and Tourette syndrome. Recognise neurodivergent talent: The...
read moreDyslexia: The strengths too often over-looked
While dyslexia is often framed around challenges with reading and writing, it also comes with a fascinating array of cognitive strengths that deserve just as much attention. Here’s a breakdown of some of the most commonly recognised strengths associated with dyslexia: Cognitive and Creative Strengths Big-picture thinking: Dyslexic individuals often excel at seeing overarching patterns and connections that others might miss. This can be a huge asset in strategic planning, storytelling, and systems thinking. Exceptional creativity: Many...
read moreMental Health & Neurodiversity Support a Priority for Students this A-Level Results Day
More than 75% of students responding to a recent survey said access to high-quality mental health support was now a key factor in choosing their university. The study also showed that almost a third (29%) of those asked had been identified or self-identified as being neurodivergent. Furthermore, almost half (47%) identified as having a disability, difference or condition. The research commissioned by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) ahead of A-Level results day (August 14), highlights how important inclusivity and support is in helping...
read more🧠 The Cost of Ignorance: Why Employers Must Invest in Mental Health Training, by Jane McNeice
In today’s workplace, mental health isn’t just a wellbeing issue—it’s a legal, financial, and cultural imperative. Yet many employers remain underprepared to support staff with mental health conditions, leading to a surge in disability discrimination claims and a growing risk of litigation. 📈 The Legal Landscape Is Shifting—Fast Recent data shows a 41% rise in disability discrimination cases in the UK, with mental health disputes at the forefront. In 2024–25 alone, 11,958 cases were referred to Acas following tribunal claims, up from 8,496...
read moreAwareness & Kindness Save Lives
The simplest acts of humanity have the potential to ripple far beyond what we can see. Each moment of compassion we extend becomes part of a larger tapestry of care, and this can be particularly vital in places where lives intersect in fleeting yet profound ways. Depending on location and size, the average supermarket has capacity for around 200-250 customers. Numbers will vary on different days and times of the week, and times of year! We also know that at any given time 1 in 20 people will be having thoughts of suicide. Approximately 12...
read moreSpectrum.Life and The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) expand Partnership to Enhance Student Mental Health with 24/7 In the Moment Support
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and Spectrum.Life celebrate one-year partnership anniversary Spectrum.Life works closely with university partner to address challenges in their student wellbeing provision and provide instantly accessible, clinically backed mental health care London, June 11, 2025 – Spectrum.Life, a global partner in digital whole-of-health solutions and the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), a world-leading university specialising in the social sciences, particularly...
read moreMental Health support for Motor Industry Workers
The Motor Ombudsman, the Ombudsman dedicated to the automotive industry, has partnered with automotive industry charity Ben, to create ‘Steer’, a printed and free-to-download, quick-reference guide to help automotive businesses recognise and support their workers encountering mental health and wellbeing challenges. These are often driven by a whole host of factors from both within and outside the workplace, and impact individuals of any age and background. The introduction of the new resource comes in response to a survey of independent...
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