Mental Health Awareness
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Opinion
Stop telling Meghan Markle to “think positively” – it’s more damaging than you realise
The Duchess has been criticised for talking about her mental health because she is in a privileged position.
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- Lauren Geall
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Life
All the different types of OCD, explained
Because there is so much more to the condition than cleanliness.
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- Lauren Geall
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Long Reads
Everything you need to address your mental health at work
From powerful essays by women who have done it, to tangible tips of soothing stress and anxiety at your desk.
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- Megan Murray
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Fashion
Topshop unveils CALM partnership for mental health awareness
A collection of hoodies, T-shirts and sweaters is released on World Mental Health Day
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- Grace Cook
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- Penny Jarrett
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What it’s like to be diagnosed with ADHD as a 30-year-old woman
ADHD is usually associated with hyperactive schoolboys. Here, blogger Penny Jarrett reveals what it’s like to be diagnosed as an adult woman.
Life
This is the one symptom of depression outsiders really struggle to understand
“It makes zero sense.”
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- Anna Brech
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People
Ayishat Akanbi: “We need a broader understanding of mental health issues”
“For all our efforts to remove the shame from mental health, some of the symptoms are still stigmatised.”
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- Ayishat Akanbi
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People
Camila Cabello just shared the simple self-help technique she uses to overcome her anxiety
"I am totally aware that I can use this platform to help people even in small ways."
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- Christobel Hastings
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People
Jameela Jamil just made an important point about exercising for your mental health
"Trying is winning".
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- Christobel Hastings
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People
Matt Haig has this message for people suggesting he “beat” mental health problems to be successful
“You can have issues and do stuff.”
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- Lauren Geall
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Life
Poldark screenwriter on how her experience with postnatal depression helped inspire the show
“After the birth of my first child, it didn’t occur to me to talk about the permanent ‘fog’ I felt I was wading through.”
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- Christobel Hastings
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- Christobel Hastings
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Camila Cabello’s honest words about overcoming anxiety are so incredibly relatable
"You choose who you're going to be."
People
Lizzo just spoke about her depression on Instagram - here's why that's important
“Sad af today. But this too shall pass," the singer wrote.
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- Lauren Geall
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People
Demi Lovato just reminded us how important it is to talk to friends about our mental health
Those friendships are to be treasured.
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- Sarah Shaffi
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People
Ashley Tisdale has opened up about her experiences with anxiety and depression
“No more self-doubt, no more fear, no more shame of what I struggle with. I feel proud, I feel purpose and I feel empowered.”
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- Lauren Geall
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People
Nadiya Hussain opens up about her panic disorder in new BBC show
We'll see her going to therapy for the first time.
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- Sarah Shaffi
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People
Jameela Jamil responds to special “honour” from Meghan and Harry
It’s all part of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Mental Health Awareness Week plans.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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People
How a surprising celebrity is helping Ariana Grande with her mental health journey
The singer has received advice and assistance from Jim Carrey, who has been open about his own struggles with depression.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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- Simon Gunning
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Male suicide: could this four-step action plan help to save lives?
“The simple truth of the matter is that if you are a man under 45 in the UK, the thing most likely to kill you is you.”
People
Fearne Cotton on the tool she turns to for relationship honesty
Reject perfection, and cut through the noise
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- Anna Brech
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