As we go into the winter months, the days get shorter and the nights get longer so understanding and acknowledging seasonal affective disorder (or SAD) is vital. SAD (a fitting acronym) is better known as […]
Disordered Eating: Leaving Stigma Behind and The Impact of the Pandemic
The Covid-19 Pandemic acted as a catalyst for many mental health issues. New Writer, Mhairi Mcdonald reports on the rise of eating disorders and what we can do to battle the stigma.
The Mental Health Benefits of Nature
While nature is by no means a substitute for meaningful therapy and medical treatment for mental health, it does offer a vital respite; this has perhaps been no more felt than over the last year […]
Mental Health Awareness: So, you’re thinking about starting therapy?
First of all, it is important to remember that therapy isn’t a dirty word. Going to seek help is not a personal failure and is nothing to be ashamed of. In my opinion, if you’ve […]
‘Let’s Get Talking’: a committed ethic or an empty slogan?
In May 2019, CNN reported that we were at the beginning of a global mental health revolution. In January 2020, ITV launched a ‘mental wellness initiative’ labelled ‘Britain Get Talking’. Just over a year later, […]
Why is re-traumatisation on the rise?
A personal piece about why the current Global Human Rights Crisis is causing a rise in re-traumatisation regarding male violence against women. (TW)
Why lesbians face worsening mental health and loneliness
Ioana Grădinaru investigates why lesbians have faced worsening mental health and loneliness in recent times.
The Ultimate Self-Care Package
The importance of self-care has never been more profound. It can be so easy to get too wrapped up in the mundanities of everyday life that we often neglect our physical, emotional and mental well-being. […]
Surprisingly unsurprising: The Meghan and Oprah Interview
On Monday evening the world watched as two women sat down on a global stage to discuss race, mental health, the media, and the monarchy. This discussion has sparked widespread conversations, resignations, and rebuttals. It […]
Eating Disorder Awareness Week: tackling an eating disorder as a student
Being a university student can be a very challenging time for many people, trying to find a balance between socialising, studying and looking after yourself, often in a completely new city or town. But, being a university student who also suffers with an eating disorder can be even harder.
The Story of My Locked-down Life in Three Walks
I have always loved walking. It’s one of the most effective and cheapest ways of exercising whilst connecting to the world around you. It is also a great way to step away from troubling thoughts […]
Interview with The Pandemic Podcast
The Pandemic Podcast is a podcast organised by University of Leeds students and it launched its first episode on November 21st. The podcast is here to talk openly and honestly about student experiences as well […]