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MHF Live: what is it and why are we doing it?

Hannah Currie explains the concept behind our brand new fundraising initiative and how you can get involved.

Stress - it's time to talk

Over 20 years ago my good friend and flatmate died by suicide. We knew he was under pressure to finish his degree. We knew he was drinking too much. In retrospect the signs were all there. But he never felt able to talk about his stress or his suicidal thoughts to his family, girlfriend or...

8 simple ways to practise self-love

Self-care is about looking after yourself and your mental health. The relationship you have with yourself is crucial to your own wellbeing and also to creating healthy and happy relationships with others.

Ending poverty and improving mental health

How does poverty impact on mental health? What can be done to address the issue? Our communities lead Ed Davie discusses. 

Mental health in schools: parents' perspectives

Two parents give their thoughts on why better mental health education is needed in schools.

Mental health in schools: we need to make it count

Our Chief Executive Mark Rowland explains our new campaign about mental health in schools and why we're doing it.

The declining state of student mental health in universities and what can be done

As thousands of 18-year olds in the UK have begun or are about to begin their university experience, starting with the infamous ‘freshers’ week’, now is an opportune moment to discuss the mental health crisis in universities.

Presenting our 'Public Life Matters' research in Split, Croatia

Our Peer Researcher Gordon Johnston recently travelled to Split in Croatia to present findings from our 'Public Life Matters' research at the 7th European Conference on Mental Health. Here, he shares some of his experiences from the event. 

I was lucky enough to travel to...

Our ageing population: thinking differently about the type of care and support older people are given

Thinking differently about the type of care and support older people are given to help protect their mental health and reduce loneliness and isolation,

China Trek: fundraising for the Mental Health Foundation makes you part of a community

Kate O'Sullivan talks about why she supports the Mental Health Foundation and the benefits of getting involved as a fundraiser.