Coca Cola, Unilever, Nestle and many others have promised to reduce plastic pollution and increase recycling…
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Ellen Lees
Ellen is Head of Content at Happiful.
Emergency Services Staff Taking 47% More Sick Leave Since 2010 Budget Cuts
Last year 999 staff took almost 700,000 days off for mental health concerns such as stress, depression, anxiety and PTSD…
The Rock ‘Moved’ by Support, Following Mental Health Struggles
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson says the support he’s received since opening up about his mental health struggles has been “phenomenal”…
Zac Efron Adopts Dog, Saving A Little Life
Hollywood star Zac Efron introduced the world to MACA, a gorgeous dog who without his adoption, was due to be put down…
Calling Trans Kids By Their Chosen Name Improves Mental Health, Study Finds
Allowing trans children to use their chosen name dramatically reduces the risk of depression and suicide, a new study has found…
Zoella’s Birthday Wish: Fundraising For Mental Health Charity, Mind
YouTube star and author, Zoe Sugg AKA Zoella, launches fundraising page for her birthday, asking followers for one thing - to donate…
#FightingFor Report Reveals Lack of Support For Young People, Despite Rising Awareness
Published for YoungMinds’ 25th anniversary, the #FightingFor report shows that despite improvements in reducing stigma around mental health, young people and their parents still face challenges when seeking support…
Breakfast of Champions: Quick, easy and nutritious
What should you eat when you don't have much time in the morning? When we’re rushing to get out the door in the morning, often the first thing we skip is a good breakfast.…
Reporting a Mental Health Issue at Work
Talking about your mental health – to anyone – can be frightening, but talking to your employer? That’s a whole new kettle of fish. How do you tell them you’re struggling? Can they even help? It’s not easy, but with a little information and guidance, the conversation can be a lot less daunting…