Hi, I’m Emma! I’m a freelance trainer, consultant and writer in the field of mental health. I have experience of working in higher education and the charity sector. My areas of interest include young people’s wellbeing, mental health in the classroom, and the role of technology. As an Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid … Continue reading Why Should I Become a Mental Health First Aider?
One of the easiest activities to relieve anxiety is to do some deep breathing exercises. It can be done on-the-go and therefore perfect to incorporate into our lives. It is also completely FREE! The breath is always there, but often goes unnoticed. Yet it is incredibly grounding to focus on the breath, and allow thoughts, feelings … Continue reading Mindful Breathing: The 4, 7, 8 Approach
There is no doubt that coverage of mental health stories has grown in recent years. With an economic cost set at £74 billion and £99 billion in the UK, and one in four adults estimated to have a mental health problem, it has become a greater feature on the political agenda. In news reporting, this … Continue reading Mental Health and the Media: its role, responsibilities and the key challenges
The topic of mental health in the workplace is increasing in importance across the UK. A recent review finds that poor mental health costs the UK economy between £74 billion and £99 billion every year, with employers facing an annual cost of £33 billion to £42 billion. There is also an undeniable human cost. Mental ill … Continue reading Mental health in the workplace: what, why and how?
5 Reasons We Should Take Note This World Mental Health Day
