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Alarming report on farmer mental health prompts peak body to call for urgent action

A report on the mental health of the country's farmers has revealed that almost half have had thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

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Gail Porter following footsteps of comedy idols Billy Connolly and Eddie Izzard with new career in stand up

EXCLUSIVE: The Scottish TV presenter, who was once homeless and slept rough for six months, is also looking to shine a light on a National Databank set up to help people in need to access free mobile data

Evening Standard

The pressures on mental health and wellbeing faced by teachers in the UK

According to the 2022 Teacher Wellbeing Index – a survey carried out by the charity Education Support – 78% of UK school staff reportedly experienced mental health symptoms due to their work in the past academic year. The same survey found that 59% of staff had considered leaving the profession.

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City of London police become first in country to use new mental health checklist on suspects

City of London Police volunteered to be one of the first forces to trial the checklist.

Evening Standard

Riverina grape growers warn of looming mental health crisis as prices and exports dry up

The gross value of Australian wine grape production is expected to fall 32% this year, adding pressure on already struggling farmers

The Guardian - AU

How Sniffing Stinky Armpits Relieves Social Anxiety

Social anxiety, or phobia, is a common mental health condition where people worry excessively about being with others

Zenger

Disasters worsen mental health struggles among farmers

Natural disasters have worsened mental health among Australian farmers with the agriculture industry concerned about the availability of support in the regions.

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Student's death 'completely out the blue' after sister spoke to her hours before

Her sister said "We thought there was more chance of her getting hit by a bus than taking her own life."

Liverpool Echo

Mum 'drowning' in grief after 'cheeky' son, 15, found dead in woodland

A 'cheeky' son who was forced to miss much of his last year of school after he suffered an aggressive strep infection and rheumatic fever has been remembered by his grieving mum

Daily Mirror

745 people, mostly children, treated for gaming addiction by NHS centre

Gaming addiction can see people play for more than 14 hours a day, leading to violence, withdrawal and a breakdown in relationships

Wales Online

Mapped: The most dangerous places to travel to in 2023

You can check which countries pose the most risk to travellers using this interactive map

Manchester Evening News

How District Leaders Can Design a Holistic Plan for Student Safety and Wellbeing

Experts discuss how schools can respond to the mental health crisis in students

Tech&Learning

How Ted Lasso Does A Tremendous Job Of Discussing Mental Health

Ted Lasso has long focused on the importance of mental health, with discussions and lessons for us all.

Cinemablend

Conservatives are targeting suburban Chicago school boards. And the elections are becoming political battlegrounds

Two years ago, at the urging of her teenage daughter, clinical psychologist Donna Marino ran for school board in far west suburban Oswego, Illinois, thinking her background in mental health could help students recover from the isolation, stress and trauma brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and the actions taken…

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Liverpool Echo

Mum's tribute to 'cheeky' son after his body found in woods

Ben Meah was found dead just hours after he had been reported missing

Tribune News Service

Editorial: The face of courage

One small but important aspect of changing the conversation about mental health in this country is the need to remove the stigma around seeking help. In far too many corners, seeking treatment or counseling is considered a sign of weakness, something to be pitied, an indication of fragility.

Manchester Evening News

Woman, 21, who was 'always happy' found dead in her flat just months after graduating

"She was so happy and would light up any room she would walk into."

Liverpool Echo

Woman, 21, who would 'light up a room' found dead in her flat

Ellie's funeral was the day before her 22nd birthday

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The Conversation

Is 'climate anxiety' a clinical diagnosis? Should it be?

Last week the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, comprised of the world’s most esteemed climate experts, delivered its sixth report and “final warning” about the climate crisis. It outlined several mental health challenges associated with increasing temperatures, trauma from extreme events, and loss of livelihoods and culture.

Evening Standard

Sharp rise in sick days linked to poor mental health at London Fire Brigade

London Assembly member Anne Clarke said the pandemic and financial worries had left the fire service ‘exhausted’ and on the verge of a ‘mental health crisis’

The Conversation

Students' mental health is a big issue for schools – but teachers should only be part of the solution

Schools are an obvious place to do mental health work with young people. This is important, as about one in seven young Australians are diagnosed with a mental illness. This includes issues like psychological distress, anxiety, depression, school refusal, and complex trauma.

The Independent UK

“Running is my therapy. It improves my confidence and makes me feel better about myself”

When a new business venture triggered stress, anxiety and depression - running and opening up about his problems helped Sha recover

The Independent UK

“Crossing the finish line will be so emotional – not only the physical exertion but the whole emotional journey that I’ve been on”

Asking for help is never easy but as school vice principal Lesley found out the hard way, it’s sometimes the only way to get yourself out of the dark periods. Ahead of her first marathon, Lesley shares her mental health journey and the impact it has had on her outlook.

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Read how mindfulness activities can play important role in improving mental health

A new study has found that normalizing mindfulness practices can improve the emotional well-being of a graduate student. Read further on dynamite News:

The Conversation

People with a history of poor mental health were more likely to face psychological and financial problems during the pandemic

More than a million people in England are waiting for mental health support due to soaring demand exacerbated by the pandemic. On top of this, an estimated eight million people with mental health concerns are not seeking NHS help.

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