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Supported Living and Employment: Pathways Back Into Work
For anyone rebuilding their life in supported living, the idea of getting back into work often represents more than securing a pay slip. It can signal a return to structure as work offers routine, connection, and the chance to take back control, all of which play…
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What Supported Living Isn’t: Debunking the Myths
Supported living is a term many people have heard, but few truly understand. At its heart, it’s about offering people a safe, comfortable, and secure place to live with the right support to help them thrive. For some, that might…
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National Schizophrenia Awareness Day 2022
25th July 2022 is National Schizophrenia Awareness Day. Hosted by Rethink Mental Illness, the day aims to shine a light on the challenges individuals living with a schizophrenia diagnosis face. A schizophrenia diagnosis A schizophrenia diagnosis is usually confirmed by…
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Mental Health Inequality
Poor mental health can affect anyone at any time in their lives, however unfortunately there are some people for who the likelihood of experiencing a mental health problem is higher than average. This results in health inequality not just across…
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Medication and Mental Health – Let’s Change the Narrative
One in eight adults in England receive mental health treatment, with 10.4% of these adults receiving medication as either sole or part of their treatment. (McManus S et al., 2014) Despite this, there is still stigma attached to the use…
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The stigma surrounding mental health conditions and how it impacts recovery
If someone is using a wheelchair would you question whether they need it? The answer is probably ‘no’. So why do some people question others when it comes to their mental health? A visible physical condition or disability is sometimes…
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What factors affect our mental health? Understanding the social, physiological and environmental impact
Our mental health is our level of psychological wellbeing. It encompasses our social, physiological and emotional states; someone who has good mental health may feel balanced in these areas of their life. This video from ‘Mental Health at Work’ helps…