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Ellen Lees
Ellen is Head of Content at Happiful.
Everything You Need to Know About The Global Climate Strike
Today, millions of people across the world are being encouraged to join activist Greta Thunberg in demanding action on climate change and protest against global warming…
Young People with Learning Disabilities Denied Sex Education Due to Societal Stigma
Young people with learning disabilities are being denied sex-positive relationships and sex education due to societal stigma, with 36% of professionals saying that sex education is not prioritised in their school, reveals young people’s health charity, Brook…
World Suicide Prevention Day: The Stories Shared on Social Media
It was revealed this week by the World Health Organisation (WHO) that worldwide, one person dies every 40 seconds by suicide. For #WSPD 2019, people took to social media to share their stories and remind those in need that help is available…
Young People’s Mental Health: Where to Get Help
A new study by YoungMinds highlights a major gap in young people’s mental health support, with 67% reporting being unable to find the support they need. We look at the ways you can access mental health support, from telephone helplines to private therapy…
£3 Million To Be Invested In Supporting Young People’s Mental Health
Thousands of children and young people across England will benefit from new mental health support, backed by a multi-million pound government investment…
Mental Health on TV and Radio to Stay in the Spotlight as New Ofcom Rules Announced
As this years’ series of Love Island comes to an end, Ofcom have announced a new set of rules to ensure people who participate in television and radio are properly cared for by broadcasters…
Activist Greta Thunberg Collaborates With The 1975
Environmental activist Greta Thunberg has written and recorded an essay on climate change for The 1975’s new album, Notes on a Conditional Form…
Almost Half of the UK Experience Low Body Confidence
Research reveals that more than 50% of women in the UK say they are not body confident, with 41% saying it negatively impacts their mental health, social life and relationships…